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A Carved Memorial, 1834 (marble)
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A Carved Memorial, 1834 (marble)
5054856 A Carved Memorial, 1834 (marble) by Chantrey, Francis Legatt (1781-1841); 178 cm; By kind permission of the Earl of Leicester and the Trustees of the Holkham Estate; (add.info.: With two woodcocks carved in relief, inscribed in a demi-lune above A TWO WOODCOCKS KILLED AT HOLKHAM NOV 1830 BY FRANCIS CHANTREY, SCULPTOR AT ONE SHOT PRESENTED TO THOS WM COKE ESQ 1834A above a further memorial carved with a circular portrait profile relief of Francis Chantrey, inscribed below A THIS MEDALLION OF SIR FRANCIS CHANTREY WAS ADDED BY THE EARL OF LEICESTER MDCCCXLVIIA.); By kind permission of the Earl of Leicester and the Trustees of the Holkham Estate; English, out of copyright
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© kind permission of the Earl of Leicester and the Trustees of the Holkham Estate / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of art titled "A Carved Memorial, 1834" by Francis Legatt Chantrey. Crafted from exquisite marble, this sculpture stands tall at an impressive height of 178 cm. The Earl of Leicester and the Trustees of the Holkham Estate have graciously granted permission for this image to be captured. The memorial itself is adorned with intricate details that truly captivate the viewer's attention. Two woodcocks are delicately carved in relief, symbolizing a significant event that took place at Holkham in November 1830. Inscribed above them is a heartfelt dedication: "A TWO WOODCOCKS KILLED AT HOLKHAM NOV 1830 BY FRANCIS CHANTREY, SCULPTOR AT ONE SHOT PRESENTED TO THOS WM COKE ESQ 1834A". Adding another layer of depth to this masterpiece is a circular portrait profile relief of Francis Chantrey himself. This medallion serves as a tribute to the talented sculptor and bears an inscription below it: "A THIS MEDALLION OF SIR FRANCIS CHANTREY WAS ADDED BY THE EARL OF LEICESTER MDCCCXLVIIA". Through this photograph, we can appreciate both the skillful craftsmanship and sentimental value embedded within this extraordinary artwork. It serves as a testament to Chantrey's talent and his connection to Holkham Estate. With its rich
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