Large Pair of Venetian-Style Blackamoor Torchère Figures – Carved Wood Polychrome Gondola Bases

Exceptional large matching pair of Venetian-style Blackamoor torchère figures, hand-carved and polychrome painted. Each figure depicts a standing Blackamoor holding an oversized torch with a decorative flame-form glass shade. The figures feature painted turbans, patterned sashes and garments, and dark painted wood bodies. Each sculpture stands on an unusual carved boat/gondola-form base, adding considerable visual impact and making this pair particularly distinctive. The torch fixtures appear to have been fitted for electric lighting. Both pieces exhibit age-related wear, paint loss, surface distress, patina, and imperfections consistent with their decorative history. An impressive oversized pair suitable for a collector, dramatic interior, architectural salvage, restaurant, theater, or antique/decorative-arts display. Sold as a matching pair. Please review all photographs carefully for condition and details.