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Canopy Top

15th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Unknown
Place of origin
England (made)

This top of a canopy was probably made in the 15th century. This canopy is in limestone and with finials applied to a central moulded core. There are remains of crimson and ochre colourings.


Object details

Category
Architecture
Object type
Canopy top
Materials and techniques
Carved polychromed limestone
Limestone
Brief description
Canopy top, limestone formerly polychromed, English, 15th century.
Physical description
Finials applied to a central moulded core. Remains of crimson and ochre colouring.
Dimensions
  • Height: 8.3in
  • Width: 8.5in
Credit line
Given by the Architectural Association
Summary
This top of a canopy was probably made in the 15th century. This canopy is in limestone and with finials applied to a central moulded core. There are remains of crimson and ochre colourings.
Collection
Sculpture Collection
Accession number
A.115-1916

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
Record URL
https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O314548/canopy-top-unknown/
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