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Drawing

ca 1740 (made)
Artist/Maker

Design for a pier glass and table, with mounted candle sconces and an oval side mirror with sconces. The mirrors bear the Prince of Wales' feathers, ca 1740. Made by the circle of William Kent.

Object details

Object type
Materials and techniques
Pen and ink and ink wash.
Physical description
Design for a pier glass and table, with mounted candle sconces and an oval side mirror with sconces. The mirrors bear the Prince of Wales' feathers, ca 1740.
Dimensions
  • Height: 29.5cm
  • Width: 22cm
Marks and inscriptions
Inscribed with a scale of 14/16 of an inch to 1 foot.
Summary
Design for a pier glass and table, with mounted candle sconces and an oval side mirror with sconces. The mirrors bear the Prince of Wales' feathers, ca 1740. Made by the circle of William Kent.
Collection
Accession number
214

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Record createdOctober 16, 2008
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