This wood corbel is perfect for holding books on a beautiful table or a fireplace or make a dramatic statement on a wall topped with a classy candle pillar. With a base of mahogany auburn gel stain topped with gesso and 4 layers of milk paint, silver leaf and antiquing wax, this corbel is inspired by the controversial novel by Roger Peyrefitte (1959, Paris, Flammarion). Baron Jacques d’Adelswärd-Fersen is punished with exile to Capri by his father due to his dissolute lifestyle. The blue of milk paint, the silver leaf and the dark stain lurking underneath recalls the dazzling and treacherous waters around Villa Fersen. Introducing: L'Exile' de Capri! It is lightweight for quick and easy installation, can be cut, drilled, glued, or screwed. Interior use only. Only 1 copy available but more can be made to order..