Girandole
Artist: James Gibbs (1682 - 1754)
Location: Temple Newsam House
Date: 1725
Materials: Carved & gilt pine with metal candle arms
Dimensions: 51 x 34 cm
Grant:
Amount Paid: £7,750 (Total: £31,000)
Vendor: Fleming & Meers
Review number: 3349 (1988)
Provenance:
Fleming & Meers.
Description:
The only piece of domestic furniture designed by James Gibbs to be identified. Possibly made by John Gumley. The original bevelled octagonal mirror plate is framed by a broad moulded surround enriched by acanthus, the cresting centres rest on a fronded shell with husk pendants; the apron retains the original cast and chased candle arms.
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