A 18th century lead cistern dated 1714
A 18th century lead cistern dated 1714
Circa 1714
Stock Number: 14309/GSO
Height
73.70cm
[29.02 inches]
Width 152.40cm [60.00 inches]
Depth 50.80cm [20.00 inches]
Width 152.40cm [60.00 inches]
Depth 50.80cm [20.00 inches]
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A fine example of an early 18th century lead cistern dated 1714 and initialled S.S.F. Having complex raised partner moulding repeated as a decorative motif across the front and side returns. This moulding in turn surrounds decorative cartouches, the front two encompassing three putto within a highly decorative scheme, the side two being more floral in nature. Other decorative elements include bird and fleur-de-lis motif’s.
Similar Cisterns can be seen at Knightshayes Court Museum Devon and Alfriston Clergy House East Sussex.
Provenance: A private collection
Similar Cisterns can be seen at Knightshayes Court Museum Devon and Alfriston Clergy House East Sussex.
Provenance: A private collection
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