An elegant pie-crust shelf rests on the frieze, adorned with alternating floralpaterae and finger flutes. Finely carved scrolls with delicate foliage decorate the side console jambs, rendering this chimneypiece light and harmonious.
The Adam’s volume of drawings conserved at the Sir John Soanes museum contains a large number of his designs for various illustrious houses in London, two of many examples are illustrated here. Adam’s designs were at the highest of popularity in London during the second quarter of the 18th century, and this design in particular with highly sought after.
The Adam’s volume of drawings conserved at the Sir John Soanes museum contains a large number of his designs for various illustrious houses in London, two of many examples are illustrated here. Adam’s designs were at the highest of popularity in London during the second quarter of the 18th century, and this design in particular with highly sought after.
Dimensions
Height 54⅞in (139.5cm) width 67⅛in (170.5cm)
Internal height 47in (119.4cm) width 58⅞in (149.5cm)
Shelf depth 8⅝in (21.8cm)
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Similar to:Robert Adam (Designer)
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Dimensions:Height: 54.93 in (139.5 cm)Width: 67.13 in (170.5 cm)Depth: 8.59 in (21.8 cm)
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Style:Adam Style(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:Statuary MarbleCarvedHand-Carved
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Place of Origin:England
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Period:Mid-18th Century
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Date of Manufacture:18th Century
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Condition:GoodRepaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:London, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: G415Seller: LU848134652972
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