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The Towneley Altarpiece
Unknown artist, 16th century
Altarpiece of two parts, a carved oak reredos, containing six individual scenes from the life of Christ in elaborate Gothic surrounds and an altar with three panels in relief. During Towneley's life-time, he placed it in the Family Chapel in Towneley Hall. Dims of reredos; 274 x 214 x 56 cm.
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Title of artwork, date
The Towneley Altarpiece, 16th century
Date supported
1968
Medium and material
Oak
Dimensions
107 x 204 x 28 cm
Grant
1000
Total cost
5000
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