{"product_id":"pair-carved-gilded-oak-corbels","title":"Pair of Carved Gilded Oak Corbels with Shell \u0026 Scroll Decoration","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair of Carved Gilded Oak Corbels with Shell \u0026amp; Scroll Decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pair of carved gilded oak corbels with shell \u0026amp; scroll decoration combines deeply carved solid oak with an aged gilt surface. Salvaged from the frontage of the former Kempthorne \u0026amp; Phillips department store in Richmond upon Thames, the corbels retain a documented connection to the town’s commercial architecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatched pair of hand-carved solid oak architectural corbels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal gilded finish with an aged patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweeping scrollwork and pronounced shell decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep relief carving extending around the visible ends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstantial proportions at approximately 66 cm high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate Victorian to early Edwardian stylistic characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalvaged from the frontage of Kempthorne \u0026amp; Phillips, Richmond upon Thames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccompanied by provenance paperwork from previous owners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarved from solid oak, these architectural corbels combine broad scrolling forms with pronounced shell motifs. Deeply worked relief gives the ornament definition, with light and shadow defining the ornament. Carving continues around the visible ends, allowing the detail to read from different angles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original gilded finish brings warmth to the oak, its softened surface revealing variations in tone and texture. At 66 cm high, the corbels have sufficient scale to frame an architectural feature or be displayed as sculptural wall objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese corbels were salvaged from the frontage of the former Kempthorne \u0026amp; Phillips department store in Richmond upon Thames. According to the accompanying provenance, they were removed during refurbishment following the Booker McConnell takeover in 1969–1970 and rescued from disposal by a private individual. They subsequently remained in private ownership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir shell and scroll decoration is consistent with late Victorian to early Edwardian architectural ornament, suggesting manufacture in the late 19th or early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (approx.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 66 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 22 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 18 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid oak with hand-carved shell and scroll decoration and an original gilded surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood overall condition and structurally sound, with age-related surface wear, fading to the gilding and minor marks consistent with architectural use. The aged surface retains a varied, warm patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProps and accessories shown are for styling purposes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin \/ Period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttributed to the late Victorian to early Edwardian period, circa late 1800s–early 1900s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalvaged from the frontage of the former Kempthorne \u0026amp; Phillips department store, Richmond upon Thames, England. Removed during refurbishment following the Booker McConnell takeover in 1969–1970. Provenance paperwork supplied by previous owners accompanies the pair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyling Suggestions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplay the pair beside a doorway, beneath a mantel shelf or as individual wall-mounted architectural features. Any shelf or mantel installation should be assessed by a professional for suitable fixings and load requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere were these corbels salvaged from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe frontage of the former Kempthorne \u0026amp; Phillips department store in Richmond upon Thames.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs provenance paperwork included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Paperwork supplied by previous owners accompanies the corbels and records their architectural history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre these corbels sold as a pair?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, the listed price includes both carved gilded oak corbels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Object Stands Apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe connection to a named Richmond department store gives these corbels a specific architectural history. Retained together, the pair preserves the visual relationship between two substantial carvings, supported by paperwork recording their rescue and subsequent ownership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Campbell Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44334866825472,"sku":"1001820","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0476\/1459\/1133\/files\/DSCF1534.jpg?v=1766515554","url":"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/products\/pair-carved-gilded-oak-corbels","provider":"Campbell Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}