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18th Century Carved Oak Ceiling Boss Panel
For sale by Karen Tarleton
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18th Century Carved Oak Ceiling Boss Panel

18th century
For Sale by Karen Tarleton
Description

18th Century Carved Oak Tudor Rose Ceiling Boss. I do have eight bosses which are all different, if you would like more please email me.

Free postage

Please call or email me if you would like more information.

Many thanks

Karen

07866 475069

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Oak Ceiling Boss to the 18th Century.

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SA1204517
Description
18th Century Carved Oak Tudor Rose Ceiling Boss. I do have eight bosses which are all different, if you would like more please email me.

Free postage

Please call or email me if you would like more information.

Many thanks

Karen

07866 475069

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Oak Ceiling Boss to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204517
Karen Tarleton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Karen Tarleton Profile Page

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A hand-carved oak ceiling boss featuring a central ribbed teardrop motif surrounded by carved acanthus leaf details with visible grain and mounting holes.
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Archive I A hand-carved oak ceiling boss featuring a central ribbed teardrop motif surrounded by carved acanthus leaf details with visible grain and mounting holes.

18th Century Carved Oak Ceiling Boss Panel

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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
Items For Sale 97
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Karen Tarleton
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Location: Misterton, Somerset, United Kingdom
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A hand-carved oak ceiling boss featuring a central ribbed teardrop motif surrounded by carved acanthus leaf details with visible grain and mounting holes.
18th Century Carved Oak Ceiling Boss Panel
Ref: SA1204517
A hand-carved oak ceiling boss featuring a central ribbed teardrop motif surrounded by carved acanthus leaf details with visible grain and mounting holes.
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  • ObjectArchitectural Salvage
  • Period18th century
  • Style18th Century
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsAcanthus leaf carving, Teardrop motif, Mounting holes
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

This eighteenth-century architectural salvage panel is a hand-carved medium brown oak ceiling boss measuring 9 cm high, 10 cm wide, and 4 cm deep. The piece displays a central ribbed teardrop motif surrounded by carved acanthus leaf details, exhibiting visible grain across its wooden surface alongside recessed mounting holes. The construction employs traditional woodworking techniques, showing the natural texture and tonal variations of the timber. Suitable for period restoration projects or decorative display, the wooden panel integrates into historic or traditional interior schemes. The compact dimensions allow for attachment to ceilings, walls, or architectural woodwork as an ornamental accent. The structural design aligns with eighteenth-century Gothic and vernacular styling conventions, reflecting period craftsmanship and decorative motifs.

FAQs

A ceiling boss is a decorative architectural element traditionally placed at the intersection of vault ribs or timber beams in ceiling structures to cover joints and provide ornamental focal points.

Historically, ceiling bosses were carved from solid hardwoods such as oak or cast in stone, featuring hand-chiselled motifs including acanthus leaves, floral rosettes, and heraldic symbols.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-tool marks, natural wood grain variation, age-related oxidation in deep carved recesses, and functional mounting holes or peg joints.

These sculptural wood carvings can be mounted on a custom display stand, fixed to a wall as a decorative relief, or styled on a mantelpiece alongside modern ceramic and glass accents.

Clean the surface gently using a soft, dry bristle brush to remove dust from crevices, and apply a clear beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the timber without altering its natural patina.
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