Chimneypiece
Chimneypiece
Chimneypiece
Chimneypiece

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The revival of classic work in architectural design, particularly with low-relief details, lent itself well to the decoration of iron mantelpieces. Coalbrookdale worked with several well-known designers and sculptors to achieve the highest quality decorative castings.

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

Telford

Title

Chimneypiece

Date

c.1875

Medium

cast iron

Measurements

H 132.5 x W 167 x D 23 cm

Accession number

1988.1485

Acquisition method

purchased with the assistance of the Victoria and Albert Museum Purchase Grant Fund

Work type

Sculpture

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