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A Pair of Victorian Cornish Granite Pillar Caps from a Methodist Chapel Dated 1880
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A Pair of Victorian Cornish Granite Pillar Caps from a Methodist Chapel Dated 1880

19th century
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A Pair of Victorian Cornish Granite Pillar Caps from a Methodist Chapel dated 1880

No 1

Height = 34 cm

Width = 75.5 cm

Depth = 76 cm

No 2

Height = 34 cm

Width = 75 cm

Depth = 76 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
75.5cm (29.72")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Declaration

Browns Antiques and Reclamation has dated these Cornish Granite Pillar Caps to the Victorian era.

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SA1167522
Dealers Internal Reference
GG-082
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Description
A Pair of Victorian Cornish Granite Pillar Caps from a Methodist Chapel dated 1880

No 1

Height = 34 cm

Width = 75.5 cm

Depth = 76 cm

No 2

Height = 34 cm

Width = 75 cm

Depth = 76 cm

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
75.5cm (29.72")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Date of Manufacture

Browns Antiques and Reclamation has dated these Cornish Granite Pillar Caps to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1167522
Dealers Internal Ref
GG-082
Browns Antiques and Reclamation
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Archive I A pair of square Cornish granite pillar caps with four-sided pyramidal weathered tops.

A Pair of Victorian Cornish Granite Pillar Caps from a Methodist Chapel Dated 1880

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A pair of square Cornish granite pillar caps with four-sided pyramidal weathered tops.
A Pair of Victorian Cornish Granite Pillar Caps from a Methodist Chapel dated 1880
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A pair of square Cornish granite pillar caps with four-sided pyramidal weathered tops.
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  • ObjectArchitectural Salvage
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCornish Granite, Stone
  • ColourGrey
  • MotifsPyramidal top, Square base, Hand-tooled granite, Four-way weathering
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 75.5 cm (30 in) x D 76 cm (30 in)

These Victorian architectural salvage pieces are a pair of Cornish granite pillar caps originating from a Methodist chapel dated 1880. Formed from grey stone with hand-tooled granite surfaces showing natural weathering, each piece has a square base supporting a four-sided pyramidal weathered top with four-way weathering. They display visible surface texture and granular stone variations. Each item measures 34 cm high, 75.5 cm wide, and 76 cm deep. Suitable for architectural display or garden landscaping projects, these stone caps bring period character to outdoor settings. They can be positioned on columns, low garden walls, or pedestals as focal points. The solid granite construction ensures durability for exterior placement, integrating smoothly into traditional or Gothic-inspired gardens and patio designs.

FAQs

Pier or pillar caps are functional architectural elements fitted atop masonry pillars or gateposts to shed rainwater away from the underlying stonework, preventing water ingress and frost damage.

Cornish granite is an igneous rock characterised by its dense composition of quartz, feldspar, and mica, providing extreme durability and weather resistance suitable for exterior structures.

Authentic Victorian examples show evidence of hand-tooled masonry, original mortar residue on the underside, natural lichen growth, and irregular weathering distinct from modern cast stone reproductions.

Reclaimed stone caps are used to crown restored entrance gateposts, finish garden walling, or serve as structural ground-level features within formal landscape schemes.

Granite requires minimal intervention; gentle washing with clean water and a soft bristle brush removes organic debris while preserving historic surface patination and lichen.
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