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Pair of Reclaimed Carved Mahogany Pilasters

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A handsome pair of late 19th/early 20th century reclaimed carved mahogany pilasters with French polish finish. These are just two of a series of architectural elements reclaimed from Worth Estate, West Sussex. Standing at just over 2m tall, these elegant narrow pilasters are in excellent condition. Each is of a matching design, finely carved with a scrolling capital to the top above cherub masks, scallops and seashells in high relief. Celebrated for their fine quality and intricate craftsmanship, they are a beautiful architectural features for an interior, looking particularly striking placed either side of an alcove, pillar or chimney-breast. Provenance Dating to circa 1900, these pilasters were reputedly part of the original Paddockhurst House on the Worth Estate when it was in the ownership of the Cowdray family. When Weetman Dickinson Pearson, later Viscount Cowdray, acquired the estate in 1894, he commissioned British architect, Sir Aston Webb, to remodel the house. By the end of the 19th century, Sir Aston Webb (1849-1930) was well-known and highly regarded, having designed the entrance of the V&A Museum in 1891. He later designed the façade of Buckingham Palace in 1913 as well as other notable commissions in London and across Britain. Additional Dimensions Dimensions are for each pilaster. Widest part (top): 19.5 cm (7.67 in) Width of body: 12.5 cm (4.92 in)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 80.52 in (204.5 cm)Width: 7.68 in (19.5 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Excellent condition. French polish finish. Small chips and nibbles. Lacking two returns to the inside moulding at the top; likely that they were originally positioned either side of a larger panel. Reverse side is not carved.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9342521stDibs: LU2096343084112

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