A. W. N. PUGIN (1812-1852) PELMET MEDALLION FROM CHIRK CASTLE, CIRCA 1845-1855
embroidered silk threads, reserved on velvet ground, later gilt frame
46cm (18 1/8in) sq.
Note:
The 'B' stands for the surname of Robert Myddleton Biddulph, who commissioned Pugin to design curtains and pelmet for his Red Drawing Room and Saloon in Chirk Castle. It is believed that the work was undertaken by J. G. Crace. Christie's London offered the contents of Chirk Castle, Wrexham, Wales in June 2004 and lots 153 and 154 relate to the commission.
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embroidered silk threads, reserved on velvet ground, later gilt frame
46cm (18 1/8in) sq.
Note:
The 'B' stands for the surname of Robert Myddleton Biddulph, who commissioned Pugin to design curtains and pelmet for his Red Drawing Room and Saloon in Chirk Castle. It is believed that the work was undertaken by J. G. Crace. Christie's London offered the contents of Chirk Castle, Wrexham, Wales in June 2004 and lots 153 and 154 relate to the commission.