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Fireplace in the Drawing Room, Speke, Lancashire

Joseph Nash

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate interior room with a large fireplace. The scene depicts an opulently decorated drawing room, featuring an intricately carved wooden fireplace that dominates the space. The ceiling is adorned with ornate designs, adding to the room's grandeur. Large windows allow natural light to filter through, showcasing stained glass, drapery, and furniture. A carpet covers the floor, and an object resembling a cap or hat is resting on it. Wooden paneling on the walls echoes the room's luxurious and historic aesthetic. A painting hangs above a table draped with a red cloth and fringe.

Artwork Details

Date
1849
Medium
hand-colored lithograph on wove paper mounted to board
Dimensions
4000 × 3004 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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