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Antique Cameo Wall Plaque, English, Cast Iron, Duke of Wellington, Victorian

$1,026.23
£741
€871.58
CA$1,396.11
A$1,551.39
CHF 812.94
MX$19,025.02
NOK 10,368.63
SEK 9,754.43
DKK 6,505.13
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This is an antique cameo wall plaque. An English, cast iron portrait of the 1st Duke of Wellington, dating to the Victorian period, engraved 1854. Arthur Wellesley (1769 - 1852) was the first Duke of Wellington from 1814 until his death, when the line of succession passed the title to his son. Twice serving as British Prime Minister, Wellesley was also a successful military commander, allied with Field Marshal von Blücher in the decisive victory over Napoleon's forces at Waterloo. Fascinating decorative plaque with appealing detail Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Quality cast iron with good, consistent dark grey tones Shows the Duke of Wellington posed in cameo relief Circular in profile, the top edge adorned with a cast royal crown Annotated to the rear with a host of descriptive detail Maker's information for Litchurch Works, Derby and the date of November 1854 Small hanging loop to rear for ease of mounting This is a delightful antique cameo wall plaque, with a charming historical record of its manufacture and a popular historical figure. Delivered ready to mount. Dimensions: Max Width: 28cm (11'') Max Depth: 2cm (.75'') Max Height: 34cm (13.5'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.39 in (34 cm)Width: 11.03 in (28 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1854
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.96121stDibs: LU2645337291752

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