Lot Essay
The arms are those of Willaim Orde-Powlett, 2nd Baron Bolton of Bolton Castle.
The fireback is of the standard pattern used to replace the late 17th century firebacks (lots 131-134) when the house was altered and enlarged, and all the chimneypieces replaced, in 1810-13. Most of the firebacks of this pattern remain in situ in existing ground floor rooms.
The fireback is of the standard pattern used to replace the late 17th century firebacks (lots 131-134) when the house was altered and enlarged, and all the chimneypieces replaced, in 1810-13. Most of the firebacks of this pattern remain in situ in existing ground floor rooms.