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[3] Alternate design for a chimneypiece for the saloon, 1761
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Reference number
SM Adam volume 22/57
Purpose
[3] Alternate design for a chimneypiece for the saloon, 1761
Aspect
Elevation of a chimneypiece with volute stiles ornamented with acanthus leaves, a fluted lining, a frieze of fish, cornucopias, urns and arabesques, and lion masks enclosed by wreaths in the capitals
Scale
bar scale of 1 1/2 inches to 1 foot
Inscribed
Design of a Chimney piece for His Majesty and some measurements given
Signed and dated
- 1761
Robt Adam Architect 1761
Medium and dimensions
Pen and wash on laid paper (425 x 310)
Hand
Adam office hand
Literature
Bolton, 1922, Volume II, Index p. 35
For a full list of literature references see scheme notes.
For a full list of literature references see scheme notes.
Level
Drawing
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