Column, Cast Iron

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Column, Cast Iron

Entry/Object ID

1988.11.2

Description

Cast iron column. Originally installed on Abington Building front facade, fifth floor. Hollow, cylindrical with square base. Has series of raised ornamental rings. Upper part of column has flange for mounting Corinthian style capital which is now detached. See 1988.11.2.1. Originally building had four columns, this is only known extant one. Front and sides are painted with multiple layers of paint, original finish appears to be sand texturized to simulate beige sandstone. Inscriptions or Markings: Design motif: Style: Finish: Painted

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Column, Cast Iron