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Bracket

Bracket of sawdust and glue composition, with wooden shelf, the whole painted to imitate ebonised wood. The bracket support is cast with three moustached grotesque heads (two in profile) with scrolls and scrolling acanthus and vine-leaves. The wooden shelf is shaped, with a plainly moulded edge. Probably made for the Bowes' own use at Louveciennes or in Paris, possibly by Monbro. Size: Height: 36 cm; Width: 39.5 cm.

School: French

Place: France

Object Type: bracket

Period: Napoleon III

Actual Date: c. 1855

Century: 19th century

Materials: Sawdust, Paint

Museum Accession Number: FW.413