Design for the Chimney Piece in the Throne Room, Buckingham Palace

1820/1826

John Flaxman

Associated Names
John Flaxman

Artist, British, 1755 - 1826

This is a detailed drawing of a decorative fireplace mantel design. It features intricate decorative elements on the left side and along the mantelpiece. The left vertical panel displays elegant motifs, including floral and shield emblems arranged vertically. At the top of the mantel, there are two reclining figures facing each other with a central crown element surrounded by garlands. The right panel is depicted with simple rectangular outlines suggesting a door-like feature. The drawing shows precision in architectural detailing, with measurements noted around the design elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and black ink

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 15.1 x 23.2 cm (5 15/16 x 9 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1947.7.54


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right: Scale one inch to a foot

Wikidata ID

Q64582469

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