Post-Medieval — Early 17th century
Armorial fireback with the arms of James I
Iron fire back, decorated with the Royal coat of arms flanked by a lion on the left and a unicorn on the right. The crown at the top is flanked by the letters 'I' and 'R' (for ‘Jacobus Rex’, referring to King James I).Iron fire back, decorated with the Royal coat of arms flanked by a lion on the left and a unicorn on the right. The crown at the top is flanked by the letters 'I' and 'R' (for ‘Jacobus Rex’, referring to King James I). Fire backs were used to radiate the heat from a fire back into the room, making the fire more efficient.
- Category:
- Post-Medieval
- Object ID:
- 80.271/92
- Object name:
- Armorial fireback with the arms of James I
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- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- early 17th century
- Material:
iron
- Measurements/duration:
- H 870 mm, W 890 mm, D 370 mm (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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