Finials Collection

The west or kitchen wing, Seaton Delaval, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327789 The west or kitchen wing, Seaton Delaval, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The entrance front, Frampton Court, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310416 The entrance front, Frampton Court, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built 1730-33 by Richard Clutterbuck)

High House, Campsea Ashe, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311725 High House, Campsea Ashe, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Roofscape at Blenheim Palace, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo)
CLF327714 Roofscape at Blenheim Palace, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The entrance front at Bowood, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311720 The entrance front at Bowood, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Priming flask, 17th - 18th century (ivory)
5942468 Priming flask, 17th - 18th century (ivory) by Mughal School; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: A Mughal-period ivory priming flask used to hold fine gunpowder for the matchlock guns)

Finials (engraving)
3623723 Finials (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Finials. Illustration for [Architectural] Companion (John Henry Parker, 1846).); © Look and Learn

English Mediaeval Architecture; Crosses; Finials; Bosses; Corbels, Pendant, etc (litho)
6005261 English Mediaeval Architecture; Crosses; Finials; Bosses; Corbels, Pendant, etc (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail of the finials atop the Manhattan Bridge, August 25, 1914 (b / w photo)
1078920 Detail of the finials atop the Manhattan Bridge, August 25, 1914 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Crook of the crozier of William of Wykeham (c. 1320-1404)
NCO205104 Crook of the crozier of William of Wykeham (c.1320-1404): Paul side (silver gilt) (detail) (see 205100-32) by English School

A continental astronomical timepiece (gilt & steel)
CH355397 A continental astronomical timepiece (gilt & steel) by Bauer, Johann Bernhard (1766-1819); height: 34 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

Torque with lions attacking boars at the ends (gold)
XBP389344 Torque with lions attacking boars at the ends (gold) by Scythian, (4th century BC); diam: 19 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Brewster Chair (wood & textile)
XBP350936 Brewster Chair (wood & textile) by American School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Brewster Chair is a rare style of chair made in mid-17th century New England;)

Church of Saint-Maclou, 1437-1521 (photo)
MAE170588 Church of Saint-Maclou, 1437-1521 (photo) by Robin, Pierre (15th century); Rouen, France; (add.info.: spire added in 1868 to replace earlier destroyed one; ); ePaul Maeyaert; French

Eagle standard finial, French 105th Infantry Regiment, Battle of Waterloo
1268534 Eagle standard finial, French 105th Infantry Regiment, Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (gilded metal) by French School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Head and crook of the crozier of William of Wykeham (c. 1320-1404)
NCO205103 Head and crook of the crozier of William of Wykeham (c.1320-1404): Paul side (silver gilt) (detail) (see 205100-32) by English School

Armchairs with continuous yoke backs, c. 1600 (wood)
704640 Armchairs with continuous yoke backs, c.1600 (wood) by Chinese School (17th century); Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Brewster Chair (wood & textile)
XBP350935 Brewster Chair (wood & textile) by American School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Brewster Chair is a rare style of chair made in mid-17th century New England;)

Cheekpiece decorated with heads, Altai nomadic, 5th- 4th century BC (wood)
XBP389385 Cheekpiece decorated with heads, Altai nomadic, 5th- 4th century BC (wood) by Altaic School; length: 18 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Bird-form finial, c. 500-1500 (gold)
1068477 Bird-form finial, c.500-1500 (gold) by Zen culture; 9.7x6.5x10.8 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; The Nora and John Wise Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jake L

Dragon head finial, Seljuk period, 11th-14th century (bronze)
1067899 Dragon head finial, Seljuk period, 11th-14th century (bronze) by Eastern Mediterranean School; 12.5x3.5x10.2 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Clock, 1903-06 (ebony & ivory)
2972945 Clock, 1903-06 (ebony & ivory) by Voysey, Charles Francis Annesley (1857-1941); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Pew containing font in St Johns Church, with lion and unicorn finials
2831868 Pew containing font in St Johns Church, with lion and unicorn finials (pencil on paper) by O Neill, Hugh (1784-1824); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

The Hawley-Clarke-Lyman family Queen Anne carved high chest of drawers
CH426467 The Hawley-Clarke-Lyman family Queen Anne carved high chest of drawers, Hadley or Springfield area, Massachusetts, c.1750-70 (cherrywood) by Smith

Porch at Montacute, 1842 (oil on canvas)
STC468948 Porch at Montacute, 1842 (oil on canvas) by Nash, John (1808-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montacute House, late Elizabethan country house in Somerset)

Desk and bookcase, from Boston, 1765-75 (mahogany & white pine)
HNE273703 Desk and bookcase, from Boston, 1765-75 (mahogany & white pine) by American School, (18th century); Historic New England, Boston, Massachusetts, USA; eHistoric New England; Gift of Mrs

Helmet, 450-400 BC (bronze)
5052365 Helmet, 450-400 BC (bronze) by Greek, (5th century BC); height: 24.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: With everted rim, the short flaring neck guard with rounded ends)

W Shrivell (b / w photo)
3650648 W Shrivell (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: W Shrivell. Illustration for The Modern Building Record Volume Two (Charles Jones)

Design for a finial of a coach (pen & brown ink with wash over graphite on paper)
831218 Design for a finial of a coach (pen & brown ink with wash over graphite on paper) by Algardi, Alessandro (1598-54); 27.5x17.2 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Tall case clock, 1730-45 (walnut, maple, beech, cedar, brass, glass & paint)
1069411 Tall case clock, 1730-45 (walnut, maple, beech, cedar, brass, glass & paint) by Bagnall, Benjamin Sr. (1689-1773); 250.2x55.6x26.7 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; The Faith P

Thatbyinnyu Temple and Pagodas, Bagan, Myanmar (Burma)
Thatbyinnyu Temple and pagodas in the morning light, displaying their ornate towers over the treetops on the Bagan Plain; Bagan, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)

Myanmar, Burma, Inle Lake. Ancient Buddhist shrines, stupas and pagodas at Shwe Inn Thein Paya, Indein, on the shores of Lake Inle

Torah finials. Persia, ca. 1921. Silver, repousse and cast. Gift of the Hafetz Hayyims synagogue, Moshav Beit Nekofa, through Hananiah Der i. Israel Museum. Jerusalem

Torah finial. Persia, ca. 1921. Silver, repousse and cast. I
Torah finial. Persia, ca. 1921. Silver, repousse and cast. Gift of the Hafetz Hayyims synagogue, Moshav Beit Nekofa, through Hananiah Der i. Israel Museum. Jerusalem

Ancient Lightning Rod. Colored engraving
Ancient Lightning Rod with a long iron rod. It was invented in 1752 by Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790). Colored engraving

Bracelet with Isis Bust Finials; Unknown; Egypt, Africa; 3rd - 2nd century B.C.; Gold; Object: Diam.: 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.) to Diam.: 6.3 cm (2 1/2 in.)

Hoop Earrings with Antelope-head Finials; Unknown; Alexandria, Egypt, Africa; 220 - 100 B.C.; Gold; Object (greatest extent): 2.2 cm (7/8 in.)

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"Finials: The Exquisite Architectural Accents That Crowned Historic Masterpieces" Step into the enchanting world of architectural grandeur as we explore the captivating realm of finials. These ornamental accents, often overlooked but undeniably significant, have adorned some of history's most magnificent structures. From the majestic west wing of Seaton Delaval in The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh to the inviting kitchen wing that exudes warmth and charm, these finials stand proudly atop their respective abodes. Captured in timeless black and white photographs from Jeremy Musson's 2008 publication, they transport us back to an era when craftsmanship reigned supreme. Frampton Court's entrance front beckons with its regal presence, showcasing a symphony that add grace and elegance to this beloved house. Giles Worsley's 2002 book England's Lost Houses captures this beauty through monochrome photography, reminding us of the lost treasures once graced by these remarkable adornments. High House at Campsea Ashe whispers tales from yesteryears through its intricate roofscape captured by Worsley. Each finial tells a story - stories now preserved only within the pages of his book published in 2002. And let us not forget Blenheim Palace; its roofscape stands as a testament to Sir John Vanbrugh's genius, with each finial contributing to its awe-inspiring splendor. But it is not just country houses that boast these exquisite details; even everyday objects bear witness to their allure. A priming flask from centuries past showcases delicate ivory carvings while engravings immortalize their beauty for generations to come. English Mediaeval Architecture reveals lithographs capturing crosses, bosses, corbels - all accompanied by stunning finials that embellished sacred spaces across Britain. Meanwhile, a photograph taken on August 25th, 1914 transports us across time and space to the Manhattan Bridge, where finials grace its majestic structure.