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Large Pair of 18th C. Plaster Cast Winged Cherubs Wall Friezes C.1780
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Large Pair of 18th C. Plaster Cast Winged Cherubs Wall Friezes C.1780

18th century
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Description

Large Pair of 18th C. Plaster Cast Winged Cherubs Wall Friezes c.1780

This beautiful large pair of wall friezes depicting two winged cherubs.

The cherubs portraying the harvest time, the left cherub is holding grain in the right hand and corn in the left hand, the right

cherub is holding a large chalice filled with grapes.

The wall friezes are probably made in Italy or France, and are almost solid in cast.

Measurements: Height approx. 76cm x Width approx. 31cm x Depth approx. 15cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Original Retro has dated these Plaster Cherub Wall Friezes to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1053309
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Valley Antique Centre

Hollins Mill

Suite 5 Unit 8

Pennine Industrial Park

Valley Road

Hebden Bridge

HX7 7BZ

(0044) 01422 887420 or (0044) 07780 687139

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Description
Large Pair of 18th C. Plaster Cast Winged Cherubs Wall Friezes c.1780

This beautiful large pair of wall friezes depicting two winged cherubs.

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The cherubs portraying the harvest time, the left cherub is holding grain in the right hand and corn in the left hand, the right.
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fig 1. A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes.
fig 1. Large Pair of 18th C. Plaster Cast Winged Cherubs Wall Friezes C.1780

cherub is holding a large chalice filled with grapes.

The wall friezes are probably made in Italy or France, and are almost solid in cast.

Measurements: Height approx. 76cm x Width approx. 31cm x Depth approx. 15cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Original Retro has dated these Plaster Cherub Wall Friezes to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1053309
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011
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Archive I A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes.

Large Pair of 18th C. Plaster Cast Winged Cherubs Wall Friezes C.1780

Archive II A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes. View II
Archive III A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes. View III
Archive IV A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes. View IV
Archive V A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes. View V
Archive VI A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes. View VI
Archive VII A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes. View VII
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Telephone 01422 887420 or 07780 687139
Location
Valley Antique Centre
Suite 5 Unit 8
Pennine Industrial Park
Valley Road
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 7BZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/originalretro
Verified Since Jul 2011
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A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes.
Large Pair of 18th C. Plaster Cast Winged Cherubs Wall Friezes c.1780
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A pair of vertical off-white plaster relief friezes depicting winged cherubs holding wheat sheaves and a chalice with grapes.
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FAQs

A classical plaster frieze is a decorative horizontal or vertical relief panel, historically crafted from gypsum plaster, depicting mythological, allegorical, or figurative subjects such as winged putti and cherubs popular during the 18th-century Neoclassical movement.

Craftsmen produced plaster casts by pouring a mixture of gypsum powder and water into carved moulds, often reinforcing larger pieces with animal hair, hessian canvas, or internal iron armature wire for added structural strength.

Authentic period plasterwork typically features subtle hand-carved finishing details, natural surface patination, minor edge chipping revealing chalky gypsum beneath, and embedded hand-forged iron hanging loops or fixings on the reverse.

Architectural plaster friezes can be mounted symmetrically above a console table, incorporated into a gallery wall, or positioned above doorways to add visual texture and Neoclassical proportion to contemporary interior spaces.

Plaster panels should be cleaned using a dry, soft-bristled artist brush or microfiber duster. Avoid water, damp cloths, and chemical cleaning solutions, as moisture can soften unsealed gypsum and degrade original painted or limewashed finishes.
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