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Modillion

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Collection Type

  • Architecture

Date

ca. 1870

GUSN

GUSN-493

Description

Large modillion with ovolo molding, mitered at corners, applied around the top of the outer three faces; brown paint; some hand-wrought nails.

Details

Descriptive Terms

modillions
mitering
molding (forming)
painting (coating)
softwood
Softwood
Molded
Mitered
Painted
MODILLION

Additional Identification Number

1961.109 ABCD

Maker

Bulfinch, Charles, 1763-1844 (Architect)

Location of Origin

Boston, MA, USA

Dimensions

15.5 x 10.5 x 9 (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

1961.109A-D

Places

Massachusetts (United States)

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