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Pair 19th Century Carved Oak Griffin Terminals
Timberhill Gallery
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Pair 19th Century Carved Oak Griffin Terminals

19th century
Description

A pair of double sided carved oak terminals in the form of griffins. Both framed and decorated with a rose to the chest.

Probably part of an architectural feature. Excellent as mantle terminals or bookends.

Good condition

Physical Dimensions
Height
34.5cm (13.58")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

Timberhill Gallery has dated these Carved Oak Griffin Terminals to the 19th Century.

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SA1137752
Description
A pair of double sided carved oak terminals in the form of griffins. Both framed and decorated with a rose to the chest.

Probably part of an architectural feature. Excellent as mantle terminals or bookends.

Good condition

Height
34.5cm (13.58")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

Timberhill Gallery has dated these Carved Oak Griffin Terminals to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1137752
Timberhill Gallery
Timberhill Gallery
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A facing pair of 19th-century carved dark oak panels depicting winged griffins set within rectangular timber frames.
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Archive I A facing pair of 19th-century carved dark oak panels depicting winged griffins set within rectangular timber frames.

Pair 19th Century Carved Oak Griffin Terminals

Archive II A facing pair of 19th-century carved dark oak panels depicting winged griffins set within rectangular timber frames. View II
Archive III A facing pair of 19th-century carved dark oak panels depicting winged griffins set within rectangular timber frames. View III
Archive IV A facing pair of 19th-century carved dark oak panels depicting winged griffins set within rectangular timber frames. View IV
Archive V A facing pair of 19th-century carved dark oak panels depicting winged griffins set within rectangular timber frames. View V
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Timberhill Gallery

Timberhill Gallery
Telephone 07805 249 756
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Bungay
Suffolk
United Kingdom
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Timberhill Gallery
Timberhill Gallery
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A facing pair of 19th-century carved dark oak panels depicting winged griffins set within rectangular timber frames.
Pair 19th Century Carved Oak Griffin Terminals
Ref: SA1137752
A facing pair of 19th-century carved dark oak panels depicting winged griffins set within rectangular timber frames.
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The griffin, a legendary creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, was popularised during the 19th-century Gothic Revival and Renaissance Revival movements. Symbolising vigilance, strength, and guardianship, griffins were frequently carved into architectural timber, library furniture, and chimneypieces.

19th-century decorative terminals were predominantly hand-carved from dense European hardwoods such as oak and walnut. These woods held fine detail well and were typically finished with dark stains and wax polishes to highlight the grain and relief carving.

Authentic 19th-century carved oak pieces display subtle irregularities from hand tools, deep oxidisation in receded areas, and natural wear along high-touch edges. The timber often exhibits rich grain patterns, contraction marks, and a dark patina built up over decades.

Carved wooden terminals can be integrated into contemporary homes as sculptural accents on bookshelves, mantelpieces, or console tables. Alternatively, mounting them on a plain neutral wall or incorporating them into a gallery wall provides architectural interest and texture.

To maintain carved oak, regularly dust intricate relief work using a soft, dry brush or microfibre cloth. Apply a small amount of high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the timber, avoiding water and aggressive chemical cleaners.
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