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Fireplace mantel

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Collection Type

  • Architecture

Date

1890-1920

GUSN

GUSN-26293

Description

Wood fireplace mantel (a) with frame [b] and mirror (c). Mantel and frame painted white with applied carved scrolls, shell, cherub and foliate ornament. Brass brackets for attaching to wall.

Details

Descriptive Terms

mantels
wood (plant material)
brass (alloy)
carving (processes)
Rococo Revival
Brass
Carved
Rococo Revival
Mantel

Maker

Chapman, Samuel (Maker)

Location of Origin

Wollaston, MA, USA

Dimensions

52 1/2 x 60 x 10 1/2 (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

1999.31A-C

Places

Massachusetts (United States)

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