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Hall cupboard
Unknown artist, 1685
The cupboard is constructed of earlier house-timber, the hinges, locks and handles all being original. The frieze inscribed in the centre TB 1685. Clearly made in North Lancashire, the carving on the upper doors and the frieze being typical of this area.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Hall cupboard, 1685
Date supported
1981
Medium and material
Oak
Dimensions
193 cm
Grant
962
Total cost
3850
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