Two Reclaimed Buff Terracotta Garden Urns by Blanchard

GBP 545.00

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Object Description

Two late 19th century antique buff terracotta garden urns manufactured by Blanchard. These urns are over 130 years old and despite signs of wear and losses, remain a striking set for a garden, telling the story of 19th century English craftsmanship. The urns are of a matching form with a large scale with gadrooned bases and masks to the sides above a socle base.

Blanchard Terracotta

Blanchard was one of Britain’s leading manufacturers of terracotta during the 19th century. Following an apprenticeship at the Coade factory, Mark Henry Blanchard established his own business in Blackfriar’s Road, Lambeth in circa 1840. The firm specialised in statuary pieces, vases, busts and architectural details and even acquired important contracts including a commission from the Victoria and Albert Museum for architectural ornaments. At the Great Exhibition of 1851, Blanchard received a number of awards, inspiring none other than John Marriott Blashfield to set up a competing terracotta business.

Additional Dimensions (Each)

Overall Height 64 cm (25.2 in)

Top diameter 51 cm (20.08 in)

Base 28 x 28 cm (11.02 in square)

Object Condition

Various chips, hairline cracks and losses. One with a replaced socle, all reflected in the price.

Object Details

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By appointment only.

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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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