Lot 248
A George III cast brass entrance hall lantern In the manner of Thomas Chippendale
Auction: 8 April 2009 at 11:30 BST
£2,500
Description
of hexagonal baluster shaped form, formerly with glass panels, the crown shaped cresting on a later fixed faux 'chain' gasolier mount with original leaf cast rose stamped 'ABERCROMBIE', the rocaille crestings on boldly chased and pounced ribbon-tied acanthus leaf uprights terminating in a berried and leaf cast knop pendant, the single side-hinged access door with a small beaded circular handle
Dimensions
lantern 33cm diameter, 57cm high (overall length with mount: 143cm)