Triptych
Triptych
1850 (made)
1850 (made)
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This ivory triptych in a gothic style dates from the mid-19th century, and in subject and style recalls medieval English murals, such as those by Lambert Barnard in Chichester Cathedral. The skill with which the fantasy architecture and botanical details are carved imply it may have been produced by a German ivory carver working in Britain. But its exact authorship, origins and purpose remain unknown. Although it is in an archaic style it is unlikely to have been made as a fake, and was more likely valued as a historicising piece.
Object details
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Parts | This object consists of 3 parts.
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Title | Triptych (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Ivory and wood with metal hinges. |
Brief description | An ivory triptych mounted on wood in the Gothic style, probably dating from the mid-19th century. |
Physical description | A hinged ivory triptych mounted on wood. |
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Credit line | Private Collection |
Object history | This object is on long term loan from a private collector. |
Summary | This ivory triptych in a gothic style dates from the mid-19th century, and in subject and style recalls medieval English murals, such as those by Lambert Barnard in Chichester Cathedral. The skill with which the fantasy architecture and botanical details are carved imply it may have been produced by a German ivory carver working in Britain. But its exact authorship, origins and purpose remain unknown. Although it is in an archaic style it is unlikely to have been made as a fake, and was more likely valued as a historicising piece. |
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Accession number | LOAN:JOHN LEWIS.16-2014 |
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Record created | October 24, 2014 |
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