9761 A large 19th century Arts and Crafts chimneypiece with a tall hood in oak attributed to Bruce James Talbert , Architect , decorator 1838-1881, the very fine carved decoration by Christopher Dresser, 1834-1904, “perhaps the greatest of 19c commercial designers, imposing his fantasy and invention upon the ordinary output of British industry.” Dresser was a designer of great repute and influence but began life as a Botanist... evidence his carved floral detail and the greatest exponent in the 19th century of Western fascination with Japanese design and culture. Research continues. .... English circa 1850. Preliminary photo before restoration.

	Width	Height	Depth
External	78.0" 198 cms	113.0" 287 cms	12.0" 30.5 cms
Internal	46.1" 117 cms	40.0" 101.5 cms

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