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French Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules, 17th-18th Century
French Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules, 17th-18th Century

French Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules, 17th-18th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th- 18th century French Louis XV fireback with pillars of Hercules. The pillar refers to the club

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

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Iron

Fireback with the Coat of Arms of France from the 17th Century
Fireback with the Coat of Arms of France from the 17th Century

Fireback with the Coat of Arms of France from the 17th Century

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Fireback with the coat of arms of France from the 18th century reproduced in the book "Plaques de

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

17th Century Cast Iron Fireback with Dat and Family Shield
17th Century Cast Iron Fireback with Dat and Family Shield

17th Century Cast Iron Fireback with Dat and Family Shield

Located in Zedelgem, BE

Fireback, dating from the 18th century. To the Arms of Alliance of Louis-Alexandre Comte de Salles

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

17th-18th C. French Louis XIV 'Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash
17th-18th C. French Louis XIV 'Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash

17th-18th C. French Louis XIV 'Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th-18th century French fireback with four Saint Andrew's crosses and two pillars of Hercules

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

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Iron

Antique Decorative Fireback / Backsplash
Antique Decorative Fireback / Backsplash

Antique Decorative Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

stove from the 17th century. In the early 19th century these decorative stove where take apart, the

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Antique 17th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

17th-18th C. Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash
17th-18th C. Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash

17th-18th C. Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th-18th century Louis XIV period French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

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Iron

Antique Fireplace Fireback / Backsplash
Antique Fireplace Fireback / Backsplash

Antique Fireplace Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

"Antique Cast Iron Fireback with Biblical Depiction – Rectangular Design in Excellent Condition

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Antique 17th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Amazingly Decorative Antique Fireback / Backsplash
Amazingly Decorative Antique Fireback / Backsplash

Amazingly Decorative Antique Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

piece of a 17th century stove. These were taken apart and sold separately. Beautiful piece, shows

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Antique 17th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Biblical Antique Fireback or Backsplash
Biblical Antique Fireback or Backsplash

Biblical Antique Fireback or Backsplash

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

stove from the 17th century. In the early 19th century these decorative stove where take apart, the

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Antique Late 17th Century Dutch Architectural Elements

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Iron

French Iron Fireback
French Iron Fireback

French Iron Fireback

Located in Dallas, TX

This antique fireback is a rare find from the 17th century. Hand-carved details give it unique

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Antique 17th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Fireback / Backsplash " Arms of France"
Antique Fireback / Backsplash " Arms of France"

Antique Fireback / Backsplash " Arms of France"

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Arms of France Fireback Coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, a French royal house that became a

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Antique 17th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique French Louis XIV Period 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash
Antique French Louis XIV Period 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash

Antique French Louis XIV Period 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

French Louis XIV Period fireback with a coat of arms. 17th century. The pillars, so called pillars

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Antique Dutch Louis XIV 'The Hope' Fireback / Backsplash, 17/18th Century
Antique Dutch Louis XIV 'The Hope' Fireback / Backsplash, 17/18th Century

Antique Dutch Louis XIV 'The Hope' Fireback / Backsplash, 17/18th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Beautiful 17th/18th century Dutch fireback with an allegory of Hope. The fireback is from the Louis

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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Dutch Louis XIV Period Fireback / Backsplash Depicting an 'Allegory of Peace'
Dutch Louis XIV Period Fireback / Backsplash Depicting an 'Allegory of Peace'

Dutch Louis XIV Period Fireback / Backsplash Depicting an 'Allegory of Peace'

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century Dutch Louis XIV Period fireback / backsplash depicting an allegory of peace. The two

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Antique 17th Century Dutch Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Huge Antique Fireback, Annunciation to the Blessed Virgin Mary
Huge Antique Fireback, Annunciation to the Blessed Virgin Mary

Huge Antique Fireback, Annunciation to the Blessed Virgin Mary

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

This huge one of a kind antique cast iron fireback displays the annunciation - the Christian

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Antique 17th Century Dutch Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Louis XIV Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules
18th Century French Louis XIV Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules

18th Century French Louis XIV Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th-18th century French Louis XIV fireback with pillars of Hercules. The pillars stand for the

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

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Iron

French Louis XIII Period 'Arms of France and Navarre' Fireback / Backsplash
French Louis XIII Period 'Arms of France and Navarre' Fireback / Backsplash

French Louis XIII Period 'Arms of France and Navarre' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

20th century French Louis XIII style fireback with the arms of France and Navarre. Arms of the

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Antique Dutch Louis XIV 'Shepherdess' Fireback / Backsplash
Antique Dutch Louis XIV 'Shepherdess' Fireback / Backsplash

Antique Dutch Louis XIV 'Shepherdess' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th - 18th century Dutch fireback with a shepherdess. The style of the fireback is Louis XIV. The

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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Antique French Louis XIV 'Pillars of Hercules' Fireback / Backsplash
Antique French Louis XIV 'Pillars of Hercules' Fireback / Backsplash

Antique French Louis XIV 'Pillars of Hercules' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th-18th century French fireback with two pillars of Hercules. The pillars of Hercules symbolize

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

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Iron

French Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash
French Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash

French Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th-18th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

Materials

Iron

Fireback, Cast Iron, Dated 1685, Initialled HVE Twice
Fireback, Cast Iron, Dated 1685, Initialled HVE Twice

Fireback, Cast Iron, Dated 1685, Initialled HVE Twice

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Fireback, cast iron, dated 1685, initialled HVE twice.

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Antique 17th Century English Baroque Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Monumental Fireback with the Châtelet Coat of Arms
Monumental Fireback with the Châtelet Coat of Arms

Monumental Fireback with the Châtelet Coat of Arms

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This exceptional iron cast fireback of 750 kg, richly decorated, was made at the end of the

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Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Antique Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash
Antique Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash

Antique Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Large Antique Cast Iron Fireback with Mythological Scene
Large Antique Cast Iron Fireback with Mythological Scene

Large Antique Cast Iron Fireback with Mythological Scene

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

, 17th century fireplace plate, French fireback, decorative cast iron, antique architectural element

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Antique 18th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Fireback with the arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608
Fireback with the arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608

Fireback with the arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Fireback with the coat of arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608. It bears the motto: "DOMINUS

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Fireback Dated 1626 Representing a Cruciferous Orb Framed by Two Angels
Fireback Dated 1626 Representing a Cruciferous Orb Framed by Two Angels

Fireback Dated 1626 Representing a Cruciferous Orb Framed by Two Angels

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dated 1626 during the reign of the king Louis XIII, this beautiful fireback shows a crossed globe

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Fireback with the France Coat of Arms and Louis XIV's Mascaron and Motto
Fireback with the France Coat of Arms and Louis XIV's Mascaron and Motto

Fireback with the France Coat of Arms and Louis XIV's Mascaron and Motto

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This exceptional fireback was cast in the 17th century. It is adorned by the France's coat of arms

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Antique Gothic Saint Peter Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century
Antique Gothic Saint Peter Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century

Antique Gothic Saint Peter Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Saint Peter with the key to the gate of heaven. German Gothic period fireback. Made of cast iron

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Antique 17th Century German Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

French Louis XIV 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century
French Louis XIV 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century

French Louis XIV 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century French Louis XIV fireback with an unknown coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Mid-17th Century French Iron Fireback, 'Adam and Eva'
Mid-17th Century French Iron Fireback, 'Adam and Eva'

Mid-17th Century French Iron Fireback, 'Adam and Eva'

Located in Gembloux, BE

find, 17th century, fireback has it's own natural brown patina, or like they say in France: "Dans son

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Antique Mid-17th Century French Other Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Rare French 17th Century Antique Cast-Iron Fireback
Rare French 17th Century Antique Cast-Iron Fireback

Rare French 17th Century Antique Cast-Iron Fireback

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR

This superb antique cast iron fireback is of French origin and dates back from the end of the 17th

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Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Important French Louis the 14th Period Cast Iron Fireback, 17th Century
Important French Louis the 14th Period Cast Iron Fireback, 17th Century

Important French Louis the 14th Period Cast Iron Fireback, 17th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

An important French Louis XIV period cast iron fireback, decorated with arms of France and the

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Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

French Louis XIV Period Cast Iron Fireback, Late 17th Century
French Louis XIV Period Cast Iron Fireback, Late 17th Century

French Louis XIV Period Cast Iron Fireback, Late 17th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

A rare French Louis XIV period cast iron fireback dated late 17th century. Origin: Versailles

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Ch...

Materials

Iron

French Louis the 14th Cast Iron Fireback, Late 17th Century
French Louis the 14th Cast Iron Fireback, Late 17th Century

French Louis the 14th Cast Iron Fireback, Late 17th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

An important French Louis the 14th cast iron fireback dated late 17th century. Restored. Bourbon

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Ch...

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Iron

Rare 17th Century Antique Iron Fireback for Fireplace, Coat of Arms and Lions
Rare 17th Century Antique Iron Fireback for Fireplace, Coat of Arms and Lions

Rare 17th Century Antique Iron Fireback for Fireplace, Coat of Arms and Lions

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR

This antique cast iron fireback dating from the 17th century is quite rare. Adorned with a thick

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Antique 17th Century French Baroque Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Rare 17th Century Antique Cast Iron Fireback from France
Rare 17th Century Antique Cast Iron Fireback from France

Rare 17th Century Antique Cast Iron Fireback from France

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR

with 8 florets. This 17th century cast iron fireback is clearly dated "1666". This fireplace

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Antique 1660s French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fireback with the Damned Burning in Hell
Cast Iron Fireback with the Damned Burning in Hell

Cast Iron Fireback with the Damned Burning in Hell

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Rare antique fireback, dated 1687, depicting the Damned of Hell. Very rare iconography. A fireback

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Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Fireback French Louis XIII Period in Iron Dated 1639, France
Fireback French Louis XIII Period in Iron Dated 1639, France

Fireback French Louis XIII Period in Iron Dated 1639, France

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

An original French Louis XIII period fireback in iron dated 1639 from France. Very thick, great

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

French 17th Century Fireback
French 17th Century Fireback

French 17th Century Fireback

Located in Round Top, TX

An outstanding 17th century fireback from the South of France. Beautifully cast in iron with very

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Antique Mid-17th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Magnificent 17th Century Fireback with Arms of Orange-Nassau
Magnificent 17th Century Fireback with Arms of Orange-Nassau

Magnificent 17th Century Fireback with Arms of Orange-Nassau

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Magnificent 17th century French Louis XIV fireback with a coat of arms and two pillars of Hercules

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

17th c. Rare Antique Fireback Displaying "Caritas"
17th c. Rare Antique Fireback Displaying "Caritas"

17th c. Rare Antique Fireback Displaying "Caritas"

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

This 17th century fireback is in excellent condition. It displays "caritas" wich means

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

16th-17th Century French 'Coat of Arms of Philip III of Spain' Fireback
16th-17th Century French 'Coat of Arms of Philip III of Spain' Fireback

16th-17th Century French 'Coat of Arms of Philip III of Spain' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

16th-17th century fireback with the coat of arms of Philip III of Spain. The fireback is made of

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Antique Early 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

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Iron

17th Century 'Arms of France' Fireback
17th Century 'Arms of France' Fireback

17th Century 'Arms of France' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century fireback with the arms of France. Coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an

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Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Monumental Early 17th Century French Fireback
Monumental Early 17th Century French Fireback

Monumental Early 17th Century French Fireback

Located in Round Top, TX

An outstanding and monumental early 17th century fireback from the Southwest of France. A luxury

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Antique Early 17th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

French Gothic 'Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century
French Gothic 'Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century

French Gothic 'Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

16th - 17th Century fireback with a Gothic decoration. This fireback is of the earliest forms of

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Antique Early 17th Century French Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

17th Century Pillars of Hercules Fireback Dated 1698
17th Century Pillars of Hercules Fireback Dated 1698

17th Century Pillars of Hercules Fireback Dated 1698

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century fireback with the pillars of Hercules and the date of production 1698. The pillar

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique French Iron Fireback
Antique French Iron Fireback

Antique French Iron Fireback

Located in Dallas, TX

A large 17th-century fireback from France, masterfully crafted from iron, showcasing its rich

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Antique 17th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Arms of France Fireback with the date 1600
Arms of France Fireback with the date 1600

Arms of France Fireback with the date 1600

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Early 17th century fireback with the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French

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Antique Early 17th Century French Louis XIII Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Impressive Antique 'Arms of France' Fireback
Impressive Antique 'Arms of France' Fireback

Impressive Antique 'Arms of France' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century fireback with the coat of arms of France. Coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an

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Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

17th Century 'Hope' Fireback
17th Century 'Hope' Fireback

17th Century 'Hope' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century, French fireback that symbolizes Hope. Hope from the triptych faith, hope and love

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

17th Century Hope Fireback
17th Century Hope Fireback

17th Century Hope Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century Dutch / German fireback symbolizing hope. Hope is from the triptych faith, hope and

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Antique 17th Century Dutch Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

17th Century Jezus Fireback
17th Century Jezus Fireback

17th Century Jezus Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century German fireback with Jezus. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown

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Antique 17th Century German Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

17th Century Arms Fireback
17th Century Arms Fireback

17th Century Arms Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century French fireback with a coat of arms. We have a unique and specialized collection of

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

17th Century German 'Man' Fireback
17th Century German 'Man' Fireback

17th Century German 'Man' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century German Gothic fireback with a man. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black

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Antique 17th Century German Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

17th Century French Renaissance Fireback
17th Century French Renaissance Fireback

17th Century French Renaissance Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Beautiful, 17th century, French fireback with the annunciation to Mary. The style of the fireback

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Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

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17th Century Firebacks For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 17th century firebacks is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct 17th century firebacks — often made from metal and iron — can elevate any home. 17th century firebacks bearing Rococo or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are 17th Century Firebacks?

17th century firebacks can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,506, while the lowest priced sells for $384 and the highest can go for as much as $11,386.

Finding the Right Fireplace-tools-chimney-pots for You

If your chilly winter nights are largely spent warming up by the fireplace, you’re going to need a set of antique or vintage fireplace tools and chimney pots to keep things tidy.

There’s something intrinsically primal yet comforting about having a fire in one’s home. A fire in a fabulous antique fireplace brings warmth, both literal and intangible, to a living room, den or bedroom. On a cold, snowy night, there is nothing quite so satisfying as having a warm cup of mulled wine and watching the flames dance in golden splendor.

Of course, one needs the accompanying accoutrements to keep a fireplace orderly. However, newly minted tools may not match the carefully considered decor and specific furniture style that you had in mind for your space. Fortunately, antique and vintage fireplace tools were so well made that they still work decades later. These pieces also have the added benefit of being quite stylish and elegant in their design so they won’t stand out in a minimalist space.

Andirons keep the logs off the floor of the fireplace so air can better circulate and keep the fire bright. An andiron, importantly, will prevent a burning log from rolling out of a fireplace and keep a fire burning evenly as well as prevent any mess from accumulating. Some andirons are simple iron brackets to elevate the wood, but others are more ornate baskets that introduce a touch of luxury to the fireplace.

Chimney pots are extensions added to the top of a smokestack. They’re completely visible from your home’s exterior, so choose one that you love. We like a tapered terracotta version. A chimney pot will elongate the chimney as well as help draft air to keep a fire alight. It may also prevent smoke from billowing around the room, which is, of course, extremely hazardous to your health. A fire’s smoke will also damage your furniture as well as any adjacent art. Smoke and soot can stain, leaving things to look dreary and dark. Chimney pots were very popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, and Victorian-era chimney pots still make for an attractive addition to contemporary homes.

We can all agree that a fireplace is going to elevate your space. To complete the look, find a collection of antique and vintage fireplace tools and chimney pots today on 1stDibs.

Questions About 17th Century Firebacks
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
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    Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.