Sketch Model
19th century (made)
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This is a model for a candlestick designed by Alfred Stevens in the 19th century.
A sculptor, designer and painter, Alfred Stevens (1817/18- 1875) rejected contemporary distinctions between fine art and design. From 1850 to 1857 he was chief designer to Hoole & Co., Sheffield, where he produced award-winning designs for metalwork, majolica, terracotta ornaments and chimney-pieces.
A sculptor, designer and painter, Alfred Stevens (1817/18- 1875) rejected contemporary distinctions between fine art and design. From 1850 to 1857 he was chief designer to Hoole & Co., Sheffield, where he produced award-winning designs for metalwork, majolica, terracotta ornaments and chimney-pieces.
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Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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Materials and techniques | Turned wood with wax |
Brief description | Model for candlestick, wax and wood, by Alfred Stevens, England, 19th century |
Physical description | Turned wood with applied decoration in wax. Below, portion of a frieze of nude boys clasping hands; the upper part decorated with fantastic monsters and acanthus foliage. |
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Object history | Purchased from Mrs Ada Gamble, 12 Stanlake Villas, Shepherd's Bush. |
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Summary | This is a model for a candlestick designed by Alfred Stevens in the 19th century. A sculptor, designer and painter, Alfred Stevens (1817/18- 1875) rejected contemporary distinctions between fine art and design. From 1850 to 1857 he was chief designer to Hoole & Co., Sheffield, where he produced award-winning designs for metalwork, majolica, terracotta ornaments and chimney-pieces. |
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Accession number | A.80:1-1911 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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