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THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL

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From Pugin’s roof a collection of carved elements from the House of Lords chamber ceiling restoration in the January of 1981.

These have been recently acquired directly from a personal collection, originally purchased from Sotheby's in the 90s by the previous owners.

Each section is hand carved likely in lime or pine, all with there original gilt and gesso finish, these carved elements adorned the air vents in the ceiling

In 1981, discussions were ongoing within the House of Lords regarding the restoration of the Chamber ceiling after a large section of the ceiling fell to the ground. The ceiling's restoration was deemed a complex task, but the government was committed to preserving this Victorian craftsmanship. The House of Lords ceiling was known for its historical significance and beautiful design, making its preservation a priority.

Specifically, on April 30, 1981, a debate in the House of Lords focused on the government's proposals for restoring the Chamber ceiling. The government acknowledged the complexity of the task and the uncertainties that needed to be addressed, but emphasized their commitment to ensuring the preservation of this "marvellous example of Victorian craftsmanship" as part of the national heritage.

Additionally, there is a record in the Parliamentary Archives related to the House of Lords Restoration of the Chamber Ceiling, which dates back to January 1981 and is cataloged as PSA/30/1. This record provides further context to the ongoing efforts and discussions surrounding the restoration of the historic ceiling.

Sold as a collection, 6 sections in total

Large "S" 44/27/6cm
Single "I" 8/27/5cm
"R" 38/27/6cm
Grapes 30/27/6cm
"ii" 15/26/5cm
"iii" 34/27/6cm

 

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• • Price: £2,995.00
  • €3,498 Euro
  • $3,994 US Dollar
• Location: England