he had moved to Buxton and referred to himself as a ‘petrifactioner’ – selling of fossils

The painted base raised on square stop chamfered legs

placing it in the early Classical period

Outstanding examples in a wonderfully original state of preservation

the claims of Fonthill will be irresistible

A 19th Century Trade Sign Architectural he had moved to BuxtonAn exceptional 19th century carved teak trade sign for R H Coop & Sons Funeral Directors of Oldham. Carved in high relief with swirling acanthus leaf overlaid with gilt lettering, the ground shows punched and chip carved decoration. The very best example I've seen. H: 48 W: 267 D: 6 CM H: 19 W: 105 D: 2 INCHES