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Baylis, W. H. (1862-1882)

Baylis, William Henry

45 Wells Street, Oxford Street, London; carver (fl.1862-82)

Carver who exhibited a mirror frame at the 1862 International Exhibition in London. Also carved two oak bookcases designed by the architect Charles Forster Hayward and made by the firm John Howard & Sons, 1862-1863.

Baylis remained at 45 Wells Street until at least 1882 [London Post Office Directory (1882)].

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© V&A Museum

A woodcarving tool stamped W.H. Baylis, c. 1860-80 [W.27-1955]. © Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Source: Department of Furniture, Textiles & Fashion, V&A.