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A Superb Wall Mounting Illuminated Religious Text from a 'Tin Tabernacle' Circa 1890
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A Superb Wall Mounting Illuminated Religious Text from a 'Tin Tabernacle' Circa 1890

19th century
For Sale by Atropos Antiques
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A superb wall mounting illuminated religious text, (from exodus), framed in english oak removed from a 'tin tabernacle' church on the devon/cornwall border. This decorative piece came from st martin's tabernacle. These little churches were budget buildings constructed simply and delivered in sections by train to outlying areas of britain. They are now very few and many have been turned into second homes.

Oak framed and in good condition. One of four in our stock.

Height. 83 inches.

Width. 36.25 inches.

All questions welcome and delivery can be arranged, please contact me with your requirements.

Physical Dimensions
Height
211cm (83.07")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Atropos Antiques has dated this Antique Church Commandment Panel to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA899450
Dealers Internal Reference
3462A
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georgemorgan90@gmail.com

Description
A superb wall mounting illuminated religious text, (from exodus), framed in english oak removed from a 'tin tabernacle' church on the devon/cornwall border. This decorative piece came from st martin's tabernacle.
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These little churches were budget buildings constructed simply and delivered in sections by train to outlying areas of britain.
Atropos Antiques

They are now very few and many have been turned into second homes.

Oak framed and in good condition. One of four in our stock.

Height. 83 inches.

Width. 36.25 inches.

All questions welcome and delivery can be arranged, please contact me with your requirements.

Height
211cm (83.07")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Atropos Antiques has dated this Antique Church Commandment Panel to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA899450
Dealers Internal Ref
3462A
Atropos Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011
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A tall Victorian oak framed wall panel featuring hand-painted illuminated biblical text from Exodus inside a decorated arch.
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Archive I A tall Victorian oak framed wall panel featuring hand-painted illuminated biblical text from Exodus inside a decorated arch.

A Superb Wall Mounting Illuminated Religious Text from a 'Tin Tabernacle' Circa 1890

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Atropos Antiques
Telephone 07973 302190
Location
The Old W.I. Hall
Springfield
Hartland
North Devon
EX39 6BG
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Nov 2011
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A tall Victorian oak framed wall panel featuring hand-painted illuminated biblical text from Exodus inside a decorated arch.
A SUPERB WALL MOUNTING ILLUMINATED RELIGIOUS TEXT FROM A 'TIN TABERNACLE' CIRCA 1890
Ref: SA899450
A tall Victorian oak framed wall panel featuring hand-painted illuminated biblical text from Exodus inside a decorated arch.
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  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak, Paint, Gilt
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGothic arch, Fleur-de-lis, Illuminated calligraphy, Moulded oak frame
  • SizeH 211 cm (83 in) x W 92 cm (36 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

This wall mounting illuminated religious text from 1890 is a Victorian and Gothic style architectural salvage piece originating from a tin tabernacle church on the Devon and Cornwall border. The artwork is constructed from English oak, featuring a warm brown timber finish alongside hand-painted cream, red, and grey illuminated calligraphy within a decorative Gothic arch and fleur-de-lis motifs. The composition comprises a tall oak frame housing hand-painted biblical text from Exodus, surrounded by painted tracery and red floral accents beneath a rounded arch top. The piece measures 211 cm high by 92 cm wide by 8 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this decorative wall art hangs suitably upon a narrow wall space in an entrance hallway, a study, or a living room. The woodwork exhibits clean vertical stiles and horizontal mouldings characteristic of Victorian ecclesiastical joinery. The painted panel displays traditional lettering in black and red, set against a pale background enclosed by ornamental borders. The construction uses sturdy timber framing designed to withstand ecclesiastical use, retaining its original painted finish and structural character from its provenance in St Martin's Tabernacle.

FAQs

A commandment panel, often created for Victorian churches or tin tabernacles, is an ecclesiastical wall plaque displaying biblical scripture rendered in decorative illuminated calligraphy framed within timber moulding.

These panels were typically constructed using solid hardwoods such as oak or pitch pine, with hand-applied gold leaf illumination, oil pigments, and painted lettering on canvas or timber boards.

Authentic pieces feature period-correct joinery on the timber frame, hand-rendered calligraphy showing natural paint craquelure, and traditional Gothic Revival motifs such as pointed arches, quatrefoils, and fleur-de-lis flourishes.

Mount the vertical panel as a focal point in an entryway, library, or hallway to provide historical architectural interest and strong graphic contrast against neutral or dark wall paint.

Dust the timber frame gently using a dry, soft microfibre cloth, and ensure the painted surface remains free from moisture, direct sunlight, and extreme humidity to prevent cracking or paint flaking.
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