Stunning Henry Hollamby Penshurst Place Tunbridge Ware Writing Slope mid 1800\'s
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Stunning Henry Hollamby Penshurst Place Tunbridge Ware Writing Slope mid 1800\'s :
$230.24
Stunning Henry Hollamby Penshurst Place Tunbridge Ware Writing Slope mid 1800\'s
I have never had a tunbridge ware slope this rare or special..........I believe this was crafted by the famous Henry Hollamby who was one of the most decorated and renowned tunbridge makers. He was famous for his top class topographical tunbridge ware of Hever, Tonbridge Castle and the lovely Penshurst Place among a few others. He is also famous for specialising in the very time consuming an beautifully intricate method of tesellated mosaic. This slope is a beautiful example of his work at its best and shows both a stunning portrayal of Penshurst Place as well as various beautiful marquetry inlay work and British Flag ensigns.
Henry Hollamby was a renowned Tunbridge Ware maker, he started in the Tunbridge Ware industry at the age of 12 in 1831 as an apprentice to George & James Burrows. After his apprenticeship he worked in his own business until 1891, both as a retailer and a wholesaler.
Unlike many of his contemporaries, Hollamby only worked in tesellated mosaic. He was particularly renowned for producing many of the topographical subjects in Tunbridge Ware, including views close to home and further afield. Local views include The Pantiles, Penshurst Place, Hever & Tonbridge Castle.Hollamby rarely labelled his work. (History of Tunbridge Ware)Following an apprenticeship to the Burrows family, Henry Hollamby set up on his own in 1842 to become the largest manufacturer of Tunbridge Ware, employing around 40 people. Noted for his large views of famous buildings, the business was destroyed by fire in 1891 and never revived.Robert Russell also exhibited at the Great Exhibition and worked in Tunbridge producing sophisticated designs for over 20 years. - See more at: an apprenticeship to the Burrows family, Henry Hollamby set up on his own in 1842 to become the largest manufacturer of Tunbridge Ware, employing around 40 people. Noted for his large views of famous buildings, the business was destroyed by fire in 1891 and never revived.Robert Russell also exhibited at the Great Exhibition and worked in Tunbridge producing sophisticated designs for over 20 years. - See more at: an apprenticeship to the Burrows family, Henry Hollamby set up on his own in 1842 to become the largest manufacturer of Tunbridge Ware, employing around 40 people. Noted for his large views of famous buildings, the business was destroyed by fire in 1891 and never revived.Robert Russell also exhibited at the Great Exhibition and worked in Tunbridge producing sophisticated designs for over 20 years. - See more at: top has a highly artistic, very inricate (tessellated process) portrait of Penshurst Place on a bright satin wood ground set on a beautiful horse chestnut and/or maple grain base. The edge borders are in a deep grain walnut.
The vivid grains of wood on this slope is nothing short of stunning. Some of the finest i have ever seen in a slope. The same goes for the very intricate tunbridge ware castle and marquetry inlay work that includes ebony, padouk and mahogany.
The front shows British ensigns that still show colour that cross the shield shaped escutcheon.
The secret drawers are hidden behind a thick piece of wood and it releases well and sits flush. Very very well crafted.
The wood has been cleaned and polished so the various wood grains and contrasting tunbridge looks exquisite as can be clearly seen inthe pictures.
Is in very good, authentic condition for age with markings commensurate with age of course.
Nothing else like this on nor can i find anything like this on a google search. This particular view/design of Penshurst Place Tunbridge Ware is very very rare and i have personally not seen another.
Tunbridge ware pieces of this caliber and rarity can easily fetch 1500+ pounds. My item is very good value.
A highly highly collectable/rare, historic and beautiful Tunbridge ware slope. Would be a very worthy addition to any collection.
Approximate Dimensions;
Height 18cm
Width 42.5cm
Depth 25.5cmAnyviewing is welcome for local buyers.
Cashon collection if being picked up in person.
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Thank you.
Stunning Henry Hollamby Penshurst Place Tunbridge Ware Writing Slope mid 1800\'s :
$230.24