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A William and Mary lead cistern dated 1691

1691

Stock Number: 15015/GSO

Height 75.00cm [29.53 inches]
Width 119.00cm [46.85 inches]
Depth 54.00cm [21.26 inches]

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Of rectangular form this cistern is dated 1691 with initials I J E, these typically being the owner or the giver of a marriage gift. Three parterre form decorative devices divide the front panel with the same device returning to the left flank. The right flank being blank, indicating its use as a cistern would most likely to have been in a corner of a building. Embellishments include: putto riding dolphins and a central depiction of Fame (within ovals), star fish, fish, Fleur-de-lys, thistles and a garlanded crown insignia.

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A property in Cheshire, England.

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