Antique Terracotta Garden Armillary Sundial

GBP 6,745.00

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Object Description

Antique Terracotta Garden Armillary Sundial. This antique sundial made by Blanchard (stamped) is something to be admired with its sheer scale. The Terracotta column includes a Solomonic, spiral twist and the capital is decorated on all sides with male and female masks. The base dates back to the late nineteenth century. It is paired with a modern armillary sphere, the contrast of old and new compliment each other brilliantly creating a statement garden feature.

Additional Dimensions

Plinth Height 133.5 cm

Base 35 x 35 cm

Capital 46 x 46 cm

Object Condition

Good structural condition, minor losses, small surface cracks and marks.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:74.0 x H:224.0 x D:60.0 centimeters
  • period
    1850-1899
  • year
    1870

Dealer Opening Times

By appointment only.

Dealer Contact

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+44(0) 1981 541 155
Web
uk-heritage.co.uk
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Directions

From the M50 / Ross-on-Wye
At the end of the M50 take the A40 towards Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. Take the A49 Hereford Road (third roundabout after leaving the M50) Ignore the first two signposts for Wormelow, Stay on the A49 for approximately nine miles take the next left turn after passing the Pilgrim Hotel, singed A466 Wormelow. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located on the right hand side, the site is called; Grove Farm / The Grove.

From A49 Hereford
Follow the A49 south from Hereford for approximately five miles. After the uphill section at the Callow there is a layby on your right followed by one on your left. Take the next right turn onto the A466 singed Wormelow / Monmouth, Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located on the right hand side on Grove Farm / The Grove.


UK Heritage
Grove Barn
Wormelow
Herefordshire
HR2 8EG
United Kingdom

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