CIRCA 16TH CENTURY ‘CATHERINE OF ARAGON’ STONE FIRE SURROUND

Circa 16th Century ‘Catherine Of Aragon’ Stone Fire Surround

Here we have a Circa 16th Century ‘Catherine Of Aragon’ Stone Fire Surround, available on display in our showroom at Authentic Reclamation. This beautiful Fire Surround is in good condition considering its age. It features three large pieces of stone work, sides and lintel. The Lintel is carved with leaf motifs and the established Pomegranate emblem of Catherine of Aragon.

As Queen of England, Catherine used the pomegranate as her badge. This choice can be traced back specifically to her upbringing in Al Andalus. The pomegranate presented a symbolic meaning to the reigning queen. The pomegranate was also used by Catherine’s parents as it became part of their royal arms; a heraldic device to Granada.

The carvings of the Catherine’s Andalusian badge continued to be in use even after her fall from favour. Rolls, panels and blocks were not fully discarded when Anne came to power, although some designs were altered.

The pomegranate was also used as a heraldic symbol by Catherine’s daughter Queen Mary to reflect her Spanish lineage and marriage to Philip of Spain.

We have an extensive range of surrounds in stock so have a browse on our website or come in today to see our extensive showroom.

Approx Size (HWD):

Ext: 1738 x 2420 x 307 mm

int: 1280 x 1840 mm

Price: £35,000 + VAT

Provenance-

1. The 1st photo of the property is from just before 1871 (Red Box)

This fireplace is from 60 High Street, Maidstone. Originally there were 2 fireplaces which were put in their constituent parts and arranged over six pallets. The building was demolished in 1974. The building was recorded as grade II listed on the 1st of August 1974.

2. C18 rebuilding on the site of a timber-framed building with a timber-framed extension to the rear. 3 storeys stuccoed. Tiled roof. Parapet and painted wooden modillion eaves cornice. 3 triple sashes with glazing bars missing. Modern shop fronts. The interior contains 2 early C16 stone fireplaces with the Pomegranate motto of Katherine of Aragon or Mary Tudor. To the rear is a timber-framed extension circa 1600 of 2 storeys, plastered with old tiled roof.

It is the building to the left of the parquetted front of Thomas Blisses’ house.

The Kent Archaeological Society have photos in their archive of the demolition process of the house. It is accompanied by a listing of the historical construction features seen in the photographs. The photographs below are from their collection and show the building and the fireplaces.

It has not been possible to establish who undertook the demolition from readily available sources.

Fire Place & Surrounds

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