Tomlinson collection of Ashford Black Marble ornaments and jewellery
Various, c. 1830–1905
The raw material for Ashford Black Marble is extracted from only two quarries near the village of Ashford-in-the-Water, Derbyshire. Buxton had several craftsmen practicing the trade and the works were popular souvenirs from spa visits. The collection consists of 152 pieces including a table top, ten larger items like urns, 95 other smaller ornaments and 30 jewellery items.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Tomlinson collection of Ashford Black Marble ornaments and jewellery, c. 1830–1905
Date supported
2005
Medium and material
Limestone & mineral or shell inlay
Dimensions
Various
Grant
5000
Total cost
20000

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