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Large 19th Century French Burgundy Limestone Well Head finished “A La Boucharde”
$9,300
£7,012.24
€8,080.63
CA$12,901.61
A$14,456.19
CHF 7,525
MX$176,849.24
NOK 95,515.91
SEK 90,213.63
DKK 60,323.56
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Hand-carved from a massive piece of Burgundy limestone, this large wellhead has been finished a la boucharde, which is a sculpting technique that uses a diamond-point hammer to give the textured aesthetic seen on the stone. Dating to the 1800s, the limestone once covered an open well, helping to minimize the occurrence of someone falling into an open well. Remnants of the original iron overthrow can still be seen as metal protrusions rising from the top edge.
- Dimensions:Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Diameter: 44.375 in (112.72 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1800s
- Condition:Repaired: Evidence of some old fills. Additions or alterations made to the original: The iron overthrow has been removed, leaving small iron protrusion on the top edge. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good antique condition. Commensurate losses, with old restoration. Metal overthrow removed, leaving small iron protrusions to top edge. Limestone can change color. Please contact us for photos of the current patina.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 1024-31stDibs: LU906345977912
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