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Why do fireplaces have mantels?
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Fireplaces have mantels to prevent smoke from entering the room. Initially, mantels functioned as hoods and were installed to protect an interior space and nearby objects from the extreme heat generated by a fireplace.
Today, fireplaces and mantels can be seen as a focal point in your decor. Fireplaces were once essential fixtures in a home. Even as HVAC systems would eventually see to it that fireplaces weren’t a necessity, no mechanically engineered thermal heating and ventilation technology can replicate the feeling of warmth and camaraderie that a flickering fire guarantees.
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Today, fireplaces and mantels can be seen as a focal point in your decor. Fireplaces were once essential fixtures in a home. Even as HVAC systems would eventually see to it that fireplaces weren’t a necessity, no mechanically engineered thermal heating and ventilation technology can replicate the feeling of warmth and camaraderie that a flickering fire guarantees.
Find antique and vintage fireplaces and mantels on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024
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Besancenot Wine Beaune Second Empire Fireplace Mantel Signed H. Duplain 1857
Located in Beervelde, BE
This extraordinary original antique fireplace mantel, carved in 1857 in Beaune, Burgundy, is a rare and historically anchored artefact from France’s Second Empire under Napoleon III....
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Antique 19th Century Regency Polished Brass Fire Grate.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large and unusually tall 19th Century Regency pierced polished brass serpentine firegrate, with elaborate etched urn finials, all supported on tapered legs. To the centre, a pierce...
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Antique 1810s English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Brass, Iron
A French Carved Oak Fireplace Mantel, 18th C.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An elegant 18th-century French fireplace mantel, finely carved from solid oak. The shaped apron is adorned with delicate foliate and floral motifs, showcasing the artisanal craftsman...
Category
Antique 18th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Oak
19th Century Victorian Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French fireback with an unknown scene with a woman.
The fireback has a brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter colored with stove polish at no extra co...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Palatial Statement Chimney Piece In Sarrancolin Marble For Luxury Design
Located in Beervelde, BE
This stunning 18th-century period fireplace mantel, sculpted in exclusive Royal Sarrancolin Fantastico marble, showcases intricate carvings and decorations, including a central shell...
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Antique 18th Century Belgian Baroque Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Antique Fireplace with Insert
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Delightful French Louis XVI style fireplace mantel wit beautiful sunburst polished copper insert.
This perfect size Parisian Louis XVI fireplace mantel is the perfect mix of simpl...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble, Copper, Steel
