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A Large Bronze Irish Plaque
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Abersoch Antiques

Abersoch Antiques

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A Large Bronze Irish Plaque

1920 - 1940
Description

A large well patinated bronze irish plaque; heavy plaquewith raised harp motif and celtic pattern eire to the lower edge. General usage wear as per photos, stucturally sound decorative piece.

Dimensions:

54cm tall

36cm wide

3cm deep

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Abersoch Antiques has dated this Bronze Irish Harp Plaque to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1239295
Dealers Internal Reference
IRISH BRONZE PLAQUE
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Delivery arranged to all parts worldwide.

Clocks can be delivered including set up upon request.

Goods bought & sold, part exchange considered.

Description
A large well patinated bronze irish plaque; heavy plaquewith raised harp motif and celtic pattern eire to the lower edge. General usage wear as per photos, stucturally sound decorative piece.

Dimensions:

54cm tall

36cm wide

3cm deep

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Abersoch Antiques has dated this Bronze Irish Harp Plaque to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1239295
Dealers Internal Ref
IRISH BRONZE PLAQUE
Abersoch Antiques
Abersoch Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010

Welsh country furniture, treen ,longcase clocks, gold & silver

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A relief-cast bronze oval wall plaque displaying an intricate Gaelic harp above a banner inscribed with Eire.
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Archive I A relief-cast bronze oval wall plaque displaying an intricate Gaelic harp above a banner inscribed with Eire.

A Large Bronze Irish Plaque

Archive II A relief-cast bronze oval wall plaque displaying an intricate Gaelic harp above a banner inscribed with Eire. View II
Archive III A relief-cast bronze oval wall plaque displaying an intricate Gaelic harp above a banner inscribed with Eire. View III
Archive IV A relief-cast bronze oval wall plaque displaying an intricate Gaelic harp above a banner inscribed with Eire. View IV
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Abersoch Antiques

Abersoch Antiques
Telephone 07769 710 491 or 01758 613173
Location
10 Penlan Street
Pwllheli
North Wales
LL53 5DH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jadams
Verified Since Dec 2010
Items For Sale 182
Items Sold 41
Abersoch Antiques
Abersoch Antiques
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Location: 10 Penlan Street, Pwllheli, North Wales, LL53 5DH, United Kingdom,
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A relief-cast bronze oval wall plaque displaying an intricate Gaelic harp above a banner inscribed with Eire.
A LARGE BRONZE IRISH PLAQUE
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A relief-cast bronze oval wall plaque displaying an intricate Gaelic harp above a banner inscribed with Eire.
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  • ObjectWall Plaques
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleCeltic Revival
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGaelic harp, Celtic knotwork, Eire banner typography
  • SizeH 54 cm (21 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

This large Irish plaque dates from 1930 and is executed in a Celtic Revival style from dark brown bronze with a well-patinated finish. The heavy relief-cast piece depicts an intricate Gaelic harp set inside an oval plate, complemented by raised Celtic knotwork and banner typography reading Eire along the lower edge. Visible details include detailed rope-twist turning along the pillar of the harp, circular embossed roundels with geometric patterns, and a small paper tag suspended from the top edge by string. General usage wear marks the surface while the structure remains sound. The plaque measures 54 cm high, 36 cm wide, and 3 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this decorative wall plaque sits effectively above the mantel in a gentleman's library or study as a prominent focal point. It hangs securely against a vertical surface to add traditional character and nationalist interest to an interior scheme. The dark metallic tone integrates easily with dark wood panelling, leather seating, and traditional decorative items.

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Celtic Revival metalwork refers to decorative arts produced from the late nineteenth to early twentieth centuries that drew stylistic inspiration from ancient insular art, intricate knotwork patterns, and traditional Gaelic iconography.

Bronze plaques are typically produced using foundry casting processes such as sand casting or lost-wax casting, followed by hand-chasing to refine surface details and applying chemical patination to enhance contrast.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-finished relief details, historically accurate typography or knotwork, natural dark patination within low-recess areas, and evidence of traditional casting marks on the reverse.

A bronze relief plaque provides texture and weight when integrated into a curated gallery wall, positioned above a mantelpiece, or displayed against dark timber panelling in a study or hallway.

Dust the bronze gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh liquid polishers or abrasive chemicals that can strip the protective historical patina.
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