Drawing-room sideboard, by Morant, Boyd, and Morant, in the International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Unknown

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Drawing-room sideboard, by Morant, Boyd, and Morant, in the International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Unknown

Drawing-room sideboard, by Morant, Boyd, and Morant, in the International Exhibition, 1862. The shelf is sustained by eight richly-carved legs...The back above the board is of graceful outline, and...consists of a white framework bordered with gold, and of a rich ornamental gold filling of an open character shown up by purple velvet of great richness, surround the arms of the Earl of Ellesmere for whom it has been manufactured. Each leg is terminated above in a lion's head, and below is a lion's paw, and has hung around it a festoon of flowers, which is so treated that the parts are in little danger of being broken off...The chimeras, fruits, mouldings &c. are chiefly matted, but the gold is burnished at points, in order to impart brilliancy'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862

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This striking photograph captures the intricate beauty of the Drawing-room sideboard, designed by Morant, Boyd, and Morant, and showcased at the International Exhibition in London in 1862. The sideboard, a masterpiece of Victorian-era craftsmanship, is sustained by eight richly-carved legs, each terminating in a lion's head and paw. The back above the board is of graceful outline, featuring a white framework bordered with gold and adorned with an open, ornamental gold filling. The arms of the Earl of Ellesmere, for whom the piece was created, are prominently displayed, surrounded by a rich purple velvet. The chimeras, fruits, mouldings, and other decorative elements are predominantly matt, but the gold accents are burnished at points to impart brilliancy. The sideboard's intricate carvings and engravings showcase the skill and artistry of the craftsmen of the time, reflecting the cultural significance of the Great London Exposition of 1862. This photograph, published in the Illustrated London News, offers a glimpse into the world of Victorian interior design and decoration, showcasing the ornate, hand-carved furniture that was in vogue during the nineteenth century. The sideboard's blend of white and black, along with its heraldic elements, makes it a stunning addition to any indoor space, transporting us back in time to an era of elegance and refinement.

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