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The Moderator's chair Removed from Scots' church, Collins…
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Melbourne
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28-Nov-2020
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The Moderator's chair Removed from Scots' church, Collins Street, Melbourne, an Australian cedar Gothic revival Moderator's chair of lofty proportions, circa 1860. The two tapering column back posts with crocketed pinnacles and carved finials, flanking a central panel with carved motifs and Latin inscription (which translated reads) 'And yet, it was not Consumed'. The hide covered seat is supported by flowing tracery and lancet arches with cluster-shafted buttress column legs., 200 cm high, 82 cm wide, 80 cm deep, the Scots' church was the first Presbyterian church to be built in the Port Phillip District, the foundation stone having been laid in 1841. The first church building was demolished, partly because of concerns that the tower and spire would collapse after it developed huge cracks, with reconstruction taking place between 1871 and 1874. The Presbytery annually chooses one of its members to be the Moderator for its meetings, and also appoints a clerk. This impressive chair was removed during renovation.
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Furniture: Seating - Singles/Pairs/Threes of Chairs (all types)