Wall Anchor
17th century (made)
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Wall-anchor of wrought iron, consisting of a vertical bar, bevelled at the bottom, and spreading at the top into a “fleur-de-lys” forming a finial to the scrollwork which springs symmetrically on either side of the vertical stem at its upper part. The work is tied, welded and riveted together. Flemish, 17th century.
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Materials and techniques | Wrought iron |
Brief description | Wall anchor, wrought iron, Flanders, 17th century. |
Physical description | Wall-anchor of wrought iron, consisting of a vertical bar, bevelled at the bottom, and spreading at the top into a “fleur-de-lys” forming a finial to the scrollwork which springs symmetrically on either side of the vertical stem at its upper part. The work is tied, welded and riveted together. Flemish, 17th century. |
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Gallery label | THREE WALL ANCHORS
Wrought iron
Flanders; 17th century
Decorative wall anchors became popular in the 16th century. To prevent the external walls of a building from collapsing or sagging, a rod - called a 'tie-rod' - was run throught the building between opposite walls. This was anchored on either side outside the building by a tie-plate or wall anchor. Surviving examples can be seen on many 17th and 18th-century buildings.
Museum Nos M.212&a-1929 and 910-1898 (centre)(07/1994) |
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Accession number | 910-1898 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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