Fireback
1687 (dated)
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Fireback cast with the arms of Charles Paulett, sixth Marquis of Winchester in 1675 and created 1st Duke of Bolton in 1689.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Cast iron |
| Brief description | Cast iron fireback, cast with the arms of Charles Paulett, made in England, dated 1687 |
| Physical description | Fireback cast with the arms of Charles Paulett, sixth Marquis of Winchester in 1675 and created 1st Duke of Bolton in 1689. |
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| Gallery label | FIREBACK
Cast iron
England; dated 1687
Cast with the arms of Charles Paulett who succeeded as sixth Marquis of Winchester in 1675 and was created 1st Duke of Bolton in 1689. It is said to have come from Grange Farm, built in the late 17th century, which stands within the grounds of Basing House (near Basingstoke, Hampshire).
Museum No. M.103-1913(07/1994) |
| Historical context | The museum is grateful for images and information supplied by the researcher and author, Jeremy Hodgkinson FSA, 30 March 2022 |
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| Accession number | M.103-1913 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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