Antique Original English Cast Iron Sea Captain Fisherman Wall Plaque c1900's
Description


Antique English Cast Iron Sea Captain / Fisherman Wall Plaque (c. Early 20th Century)

This substantial English cast-iron wall plaque c1900's presents a finely modelled high-relief portrait of a pipe-smoking sea captain or fisherman, wearing a traditional working hat with a full beard and pronounced facial character. The sculptural casting is crisp and confident, with strong contouring through the coat and features, producing excellent depth and shadow definition when displayed.
Although unmarked, it carries the quality and aesthetic commonly associated with Coalbrookdale-influenced / Ironbridge-style decorative ironwork—durable, sculptural castings made to elevate entrances, garden walls, and period interiors.

Dimensions and weight
Height: 34.5 cm
Width: 28 cm
Depth (max): 6 cm
Weight: c. 8 kg

Provenance
and acquired from an architectural dealer in Ironbridge, Shropshire—within the wider Ironbridge Gorge, an area internationally recognised for its ironmaking heritage and pivotal role in the Industrial Revolution.

Historical significance
Ironbridge Gorge is widely recognised as a global symbol of the Industrial Revolution, and it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986, reflecting the area’s exceptional contribution to industrial development and iron production.

Reserve: $1,453.00

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