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Rare Large Antique Cherub Garden Sundial
$34,997.78
£24,975
€29,684.80
CA$47,635.52
A$53,283.32
CHF 27,728.95
MX$655,935.80
NOK 352,769.73
SEK 330,967.54
DKK 221,478.24
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A large early 20th century antique garden sundial supported by three weathered lead cherubs. This rare and unusual sundial is unlike anything we have encountered before, the only other similar example residing in the grounds of Polesden Lacey, Surrey.
At the centre is the highlight - three large winged cherubs, each standing in a similar pose with one leg raised and arm lifted as if dancing merrily, together standing on a round, weathered composition stone base. Look closer and the large bronze sundial plate is equally as impressive, intricately engraved, fitted with a large ornate gnomon and signed John Francis, Kew. This is mounted on a further composition stone top, later enclosed with lead.
Standing at just over 4 ft high, this sundial will make a handsome feature at the centre of large garden, adding history and interest to any space. You can just imagine it surrounded by a circular pathway or at the meeting point of various stone paths snaking through and amongst a walled garden.
Provenance
Reclaimed from the gardens of Dunkirk Manor, a Grade II Listed Building in the Cotswolds. Previously purchased in 1967 by Michael Hicks Beach, 2nd Earl St Aldwyn, from Sir George Godfrey-Faussett. Sir George was the son of Sir Bryan Godfrey-Faussett GCVO CMG (1863-1945) who was equerry to not one, but three British Kings: Edward VII, George V and George VI. After his death, Sir Bryan’s widow was provided a grace and favour apartment at Hampton Court. Reputedly, various items acquired for Williamstrip Park, Cirencester by the second Earl were originally at Hampton Court.
Additional Dimensions
Stone base ø 64 cm
Dial ø 56 x H 30 cm
Height base to dial plate: 98 cm
- Dimensions:Height: 50.4 in (128 cm)Diameter: 25.2 in (64 cm)
- Style:Georgian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Good structural condition. Weathered. All three cherubs previously held goblets; these are now lost. As is typical of the material, the lead is well weathered. Transports as 2 pieces, the dial screwing to the top.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 9361701stDibs: LU2096342890462
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