A most impressive matched pair of beautifully modelled and heavy cast iron wall plaques both retaining their original bronze effect painted and lacquered finish. The Peter Paul Rubens plaque is slightly larger. The portraits are in deep relief giving a 3D effect and showing great detail. Both subjects are in classic recognisable poses and cast with their names alongside. William Shakespeare, England�s best known play write and Peter Paul Rubins, the famous Flemish artist. This pair of plaques are most unusual in a very large size and substantial weight. They both have a pair of steel loops on their reverse from which to attach a chain or rope for hanging. English, circa 1880Size of Ruben�s plaque height 60 cm x width 60cm x depth 7cmSize of Shakespeare plaque height 57 cm x width 57cm x depth 6cmRobert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online. You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner. All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivere...