Name/Title
THE LIBRARY AT SYSTON PARKEntry/Object ID
MP.2007.25Description
Oversized engraved print of a library mounted to larger, heavier laid paper; large rectangular two-story room with bow window at right side; ornate paneled ceiling with round recess at center, paned windows in recessed area, decorative moldings and rosettes overall; open upper story containing bookshelves, narrow walkway and railing, candelabras at corner posts of railing; urns and vases placed atop bookcases on upper level; lower level depicted with bookcases lining three walls; collection of portrait busts arranged atop bookcases; two fireplaces, one on back wall and one on left side, each with mantle displaying collection of small sculptures; ornate carved valances and fringed draperies framing each window; heraldic device in one pane of center window; four large tables, one in each corner, each covered with a patterned textile and collection of neo-classical sculptures with large decorative urn shown under each table; desk at right side facing bow window; numerous examples of seating furniture arranged throughout room, including a Chippendale-style side chairs, upholstered sofas, klismos-style side chairs and a Renaissance-style chair in foreground facing away from viewer with ornate eagle head and dolphin carved details; three square side tables with scrolling tripod legs in foreground, each with small writing implements and ornaments on top; large candelabras atop pedestals ornamented with faces placed in each corner of the room; candelabras each including three putti atop marble pedestals in bow window; scroll-patterned carpet covering entire floor; male figure seated at desk, writing; female figure standing behind desk chair; male figure seated at left side near fireplace, reading; two small dogs near woman's feet; printed at center bottom: "The Library at Syston Park,/ The Seat of/ Sir John H. Thorold. Bart."; printed at left side: "K. Kernan, delt."; printed at center above title: "Lewis Vuillamy, Archt."Artwork Details
Medium
Paper (laid), Ink, Paper (laid), inkMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
T. KearnanAttribution
ArtistDate made
1820 - 1835Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionTranscription
(See Description)Dimensions
Dimension Description
OverallHeight
16 inWidth
22-1/8 inDimension Notes
Display Dimensions: 16 x 22 1/8 in. (40.6 x 56.2 cm)Condition
Notes
Remarks: Print is mounted to larger, heavier paper which is significantly curled at top edge, torn, creased and tattered along all edges; surface dirt overall; foxing within printed area; shadowy areas of dirt on left half of print; however, print is in generally better condition than mounting paperRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Thomas Pennant BartonNotes
Former ownerPerson or Organization
Lewis VulliamyNotes
ArchitectRelated Entries
Notes
MP.2007.2 - Portfolio cover - ContentsGeneral Notes
Note Type
Curatorial RemarksNote
Found in portfolio of library designs belonging to Thomas Pennant Barton.Note Type
StorageNoteNote
Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Union Church, Storage, Shelf 29ANote Type
DepartmentNote
Curatorial