A c.1900 Funeral Bier from The Parish of Shepton Beauchamp, Somerset sub-Rugs- Carpets & Textiles The Paragon Umbrella frame was

The Paragon Umbrella frame was patented by Samuel Fox in 1852

Overall condition is good with very little to report concerning the material

the condition of this well proportioned example is excellent with no cracks or chips to the bone and the slide off cover is fully operational

Circumference: 8 inches

A c.1900 Funeral Bier from The Parish of Shepton Beauchamp, Somerset sub-Rugs- Carpets & Textiles The Paragon Umbrella frame wasOrigin: English Period: Late Victorian Provenance: The Parish of Shepton Beauchamp & The Church of St Michael, Somerset, UK Date: c. 1895 1910 Length: 74. 25 inches or 104. 25 inches with handles extended Height: 44 inches (extended) Width: 31 inches The late Victorian period funeral hand bier, in oak and cast iron, the lift off flat frame, designed to bear the coffin, with hinged sides and retractable carrying handles with leather strapping and