Ornament, Pilaster, Cast Iron

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Ornament, Pilaster, Cast Iron

Entry/Object ID

1988.11.3

Description

Cast iron pilaster ornament. Originally installed on Abington Building front facade, third floor. Rectangular hollow block with scrolled sides, elaborate rectilinear fluted ornamentation on front. Series of medallions and reels. Top has fluted protuberance. Originally building had six ornaments of this design. This is one of four. Front and sides 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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Ornament, Pilaster, Cast Iron