Sold 23 March 2026 · Karen Tarleton

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Description

18th Century Carved Oak Tudor Rose Ceiling Boss, I do have none in total and they are all different. Please email me if you would like any more and I can send you images.

Many thanks

Karen

07866 475069

Date of Manufacture

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Oak Ceiling Boss to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

4cm (1.57")

Width

10cm (3.94")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1156447

Description

18th Century Carved Oak Tudor Rose Ceiling Boss, I do have none in total and they are all different. Please email me if you would like any more and I can send you images.

Many thanks

Karen

07866 475069

Date of Manufacture

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Oak Ceiling Boss to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

4cm (1.57")

Width

10cm (3.94")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1156447

About the Dealer

Karen Tarleton

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Karen Tarleton Profile Page

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Karen Tarleton

Telephone 07866 475069

Location

Misterton
Somerset
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/sandc

Verified Since Mar 2011

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArchitectural Salvage
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialOak
ColourBrown
MotifsLeaf carving, Deep relief, Geometric symmetry
SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

A ceiling boss is a decorative keystonal projection found at the intersection of vaulted ribs in ceilings or roofs, historically used to conceal joints and display intricate carvings.

Hardwoods such as oak and chestnut were traditionally selected for their structural durability and ability to hold fine, intricate hand-carved details.

Authentication relies on examining tool marks left by hand chisels, timber shrinkage patterns, oxidisation of the wood fibres, and consistency with period joinery techniques.

Mounting the piece on a neutral wall or displaying it on a dedicated stand allows the historic hand-carved textures to serve as a sculptural focal point.

Historic timber should be cleaned gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush to remove dust without introducing moisture or stripping the natural patina.