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Wooden corbels have been used in architecture since medieval times. Wood corbels have been found in the remains of 11th century castles and churches. In those times stone was used which limited the design and decorative options for the wooden corbels, but these hand carved wood corbels still managed to grace the interiors of the old Romanesque homes.
As time passed hand carved corbels took on a more stylish form and were used to grace the Palaces and Cathedrals of Europe and other Nations. Times have changed and so have wood corbels. Now you can bring the beauty and grace of these old palaces and cathedrals into your own home.
Modern day corbels are carved out of wood, marble, and stone. Beginning in the early English period wood corbels became the desired medium for carving because of its ease in carving and it's ability to show sharp detail in its execution. Because of its versatility and its ability to be carved in fine detail designers and homeowners found it to be the perfect medium for their projects. Hand carved corbels can be found in the finest homes and public rooms in up-scale Hotels throughout the world, and now with the extensive collection of our hand carved corbels, they can be an elegant addition to your own home, in your Kitchen, as decorative accents on your range hood , as supports for Island tops, counter top supports as well as in dining room living room or den. +70. There is no better way to turn an ordinary room in your home into a showpiece then by the use of these beautiful and elegant hand carved wood corbels.
W 6" x D 6-1/2" x H 30-1/2" W 7-1/4" x D 7-1/2" x H 34-5/8"
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