Twelve Hermes and twelve altars. c1730 probably by William Kent and originally adorning his exedra at Chiswick Villa. Ashlar. The altars are small rectangular chests about two foot high and on feet, with bold relief decoration to front and sides.
Location map of Series of Herms and Altars Laid Out in a Y to E of Ring Pond, Chatsworth, England. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Series of Herms and Altars Laid Out in a Y to E of Ring Pond, Chatsworth, England. Click to enlarge.
