George McCulloch (British 1848-1907) for Lewis Foreman Day (British 1845-1910)
Six painted wooden panels (originally inset to a cabinet)

Circa 1880s
Reverse painted 'LFD' monogram
15.3 x 15.2cm

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Preview: Barley Mow Centre

Similar examples set within a cabinet held at the Victoria & Albert Museum London and described as follows:
International Arts & Crafts Exhibition 1888 - This modest cabinet was one of about twelve pieces of furniture shown at the first exhibition. Initially many of the larger furniture retailers and manufacturers did not participate because they were unwilling to abide by the rule that the individuals who made their furniture should be named.
This cabinet was designed as an embroidery cupboard, with many shallow shelves. The doors are decorated with the symbols of the Zodiac, painted by George McCulloch . The choice of oak, the simple design and the modest use of decoration seen here are all features of Arts and Crafts furniture.