An Italian Baroque parcel-gilt, polychrome-painted and carved episcopal coat of arms Marche, last quarter 17th century

the reverse with the carved inscription and date Ants. Julianus Imolensis Scul. 1681.

With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions overall. Scattered losses and chips overall. Some restored breaks. Decoration partially refreshed. Paint and gilding with losses, rubbing and surface dirt. In sound condition.
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The coat-of arms depicted is that of Pietro Francesco Orsini (1649-1730), the later Pope Benedict XIII (r. 1724-1730).