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A Pair of 19th C. Carved Mahogany Plaques
Beech and Springs Antiques
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A Pair of 19th C. Carved Mahogany Plaques

19th century
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A charming pair of 19th C. Neo Classical carved ladies heads on mahogany plaques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
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Beech and Springs Antiques has dated these Carved Mahogany Wall Plaques to the 19th Century.

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SA940738
Dealers Internal Reference
NH000621
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Description
A charming pair of 19th C. Neo Classical carved ladies heads on mahogany plaques.
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Beech and Springs Antiques has dated these Carved Mahogany Wall Plaques to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA940738
Dealers Internal Ref
NH000621
Beech and Springs Antiques
Beech and Springs Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

English and french furniture, upholstery, mirrors & decorative objects; 20+ years experience. Happy to help, please call.

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A pair of circular 19th-century carved mahogany wall plaques depicting classical female profile busts in relief.
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Archive I A pair of circular 19th-century carved mahogany wall plaques depicting classical female profile busts in relief.

A Pair of 19th C. Carved Mahogany Plaques

Archive II A pair of circular 19th-century carved mahogany wall plaques depicting classical female profile busts in relief. View II
Archive III A pair of circular 19th-century carved mahogany wall plaques depicting classical female profile busts in relief. View III
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Meopham Bank Farm
Leigh Road
Hildenborough
Kent
TN11 9AQ
United Kingdom

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Beech and Springs Antiques
Beech and Springs Antiques
Verified Since May 2022
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Location: Meopham Bank Farm, Leigh Road, Hildenborough, Kent, TN11 9AQ, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
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A pair of circular 19th-century carved mahogany wall plaques depicting classical female profile busts in relief.
A Pair Of 19th C. Carved Mahogany Plaques
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A pair of circular 19th-century carved mahogany wall plaques depicting classical female profile busts in relief.
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Classical carved wooden relief plaques are decorative panels featuring raised sculptural motifs, frequently depicting mythological figures, historical portraits, or classical profile busts. Popular during the 18th and 19th centuries as part of the Grand Tour tradition and Classical Revival movements, these roundels were used to ornament interior walls, cabinetry, and architectural woodwork.

These items were typically hand-carved from dense, fine-grained hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, which allowed for intricate detail without splitting. Carvers employed specialist gouges and chisels to create deep high-relief designs within a circular or oval moulded frame before finishing the surface with stain, wax, or French polish.

Authentic 19th-century examples display evidence of hand-carving, such as subtle variations in tool marks, asymmetry, and depth within the relief detailing. Inspecting the timber reveals natural shrinkage, a rich dark patina in crevices, and hand-cut backing or mounting marks consistent with historical manufacturing techniques.

These pieces can be mounted within a gallery wall alongside framed drawings or oil paintings to add texture and sculptural depth. Alternatively, positioning a pair in a narrow wall space, above a console table, or resting on a bookshelf provides a sophisticated accent to modern decorative schemes.

Dust the intricate relief details regularly using a soft, clean artist brush or dry microfibre cloth. Avoid water and harsh chemical cleaners, applying a high-quality natural beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to nourish the timber and protect its original patina.
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