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Great Bookcase, 1856-62 (oak, carved, painted and gilt)
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Great Bookcase, 1856-62 (oak, carved, painted and gilt)
1216894 Great Bookcase, 1856-62 (oak, carved, painted and gilt) by Burges, William (1827-81); 317.5x173.9x49.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: William Burges
Edward Coley Burne-Jones
Simeon Solomon
Thomas Morten
Albert Joseph Moore
William Frederick Yeames
Dante Gabriel Rossetti
William Holman Hunt
Henry Holiday
Edward John Poynter
Nathaniel Herbert John Westlake
Thomas Pritchard Ross
); eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23084858
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Bookcase Cabinet Cupboard Gilt Gothic Revival Gothick Grand Intricate Neo Gothic Painted Victorian Gothic Westernart Pre Raphaelite
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This photograph showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of the "Great Bookcase" created by William Burges between 1856 and 1862. Made from oak, this ornate piece is a true masterpiece of Victorian Gothic design. Standing at an impressive height of 317.5 centimeters, it commands attention with its intricate carvings, painted scenes, and gilt accents. The bookcase is not only a functional storage unit but also a work of art in itself. It features contributions from renowned artists such as Edward Coley Burne-Jones, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, and William Holman Hunt among others. Their collaboration has resulted in a stunning fusion of neo-Gothic and Pre-Raphaelite styles. Every detail on this grand cabinet tells a story – from the meticulously carved motifs to the carefully painted scenes that adorn its surface. The gold-gilded elements add an air of opulence to the already magnificent piece. Housed in the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford in the UK, this Great Bookcase stands as a testament to both Burges' exceptional talent as well as his ability to bring together multiple artistic minds into one cohesive creation. As you gaze upon this photograph print, you can't help but be transported back in time to an era where craftsmanship reigned supreme and every piece was infused with beauty and meaning.
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