Breche Violette Marble Bolection Fireplace, Baroque Style, England
Located in London, GB
A high quality Breche Violette marble bolection fireplace, featuring moulded jambs and frieze crafted from a striking marble with rich purple, yellow and green hues. Contemporary in ...
Marble
$10,449 / item
An English Bolection Fireplace with Moulded Shelf Above.
Located in London, GB
An English bolection fireplace with moulded shelf above. Shown in white marble, could be made in other marbles or limestones if required. English, modern. N.B. May be subject to an e...
Marble
English Molded Bolection Fireplace in Nero Marquina Marble
Located in London, GB
A stylish English molded bolection fireplace in Nero Marquina marble, originally from the Province of Bizcaya in Spain. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. Shelf width: ...
Marble
Attractive English Bolection Fireplace in an Ancaster Stone
Located in London, GB
An attractive English bolection fireplace in a Ancaster stone. A substantial moulding with good quality English Ancaster stone. A copy of the Queen Anne design. Also available in oth...
Stone
Striking Bolection Fireplace in Italian Breche Violiette Marble
Located in London, GB
A bolection fireplace in Italian Breche Violiette marble. The creamy white background marble with striking purple and violet veining throughout. Moulded frieze and jambs, with plain ...
Marble
A Scottish Edwardian Scots Pine Bolection Fireplace Surround.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A Scottish Edwardian Scots Pine Bolection Fireplace Surround. A deep moulded bolection front frame, with generous return sections to wall, all resting on splayed foot blocks. The Sc...
Pine
A large Arabescato marble bolection mantel by Ryan & Smith
By Ryan & Smith Ltd.
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A large bolection fireplace surround of generous proportions by Ryan and Smith. The substantial 12″ (300mm) wide bolection moulded frame, rests on plain square plinths. Carved from ...
Marble
Ryan and Smith Modern Stone Bolection Style Fireplace
By Ryan & Smith Ltd.
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A solid limestone fireplace of fashionable design, produced from three single blocks of stone. The 'Naples Bolection' is a stylishly simple and robust example of a bolection moulding...
Limestone
Baroque Bolection Fireplace in Italian Brescia Violette Marble
Located in London, GB
A Baroque Bolection Fireplace in Italian Brescia Violette Marble Measures: Depth 4 1/2 in (115mm) External height 45 3/4 in (1162mm) External width 52 in (1320mm) Internal heigh...
Breccia Marble
Rich and Vintage Colourful Marble Bolection Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
The simplicity of the bolection line makes this mantel profoundly versatile.
Marble
$5,994Sale Price / set|20% Off
Antique Grand Napoleon Mouchette Marble Bolection Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large antique moulded bolection fireplace surround in a beige/grey Grand Napoleon Mouchette Marble, raised on square foot blocks. Together with its integral moulded fender, this pi...
Marble
A Large Calacatta Vagli Marble Bolection Fireplace Mantle
Located in London, GB
A large and substantial Bolection fireplace in Variegated Calacatta Vagli marble with a pale background, purple, grey veining and soft gold tones. Stood on shaped footblocks with a m...
Marble
$21,939 / set
A Pair Of Large Marble Bolection Fireplace Mantles
Located in London, GB
A pair of large substantial reclaimed bolection fireplaces from Italy, executed in a form of Carrara marble known as Calacatta Vagli . Pale background colours with gold tones and hue...
Marble
Marmorea English Style Black Marble Bolection Fireplace Mantle
Located in London, GB
A very deep moulded bolection style fireplace, a reproduction of an early 19th century, Ashburton marble surround from our antique catalogue. In black marble, raised up on square foo...
Marble
Edwardian Hardwood Bolection and Greek Key Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large and attractive Edwardian Hardwood Bolection fireplace surround painted in a dove grey undercoat. A generously deep return connects to a sweeping bolection moulded frame with ...
Wood
19th Century Belgian Rouge de Rance Marble Bolection Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A 19th century Belgian Rouge de Rance marble fireplace, French in the seventeenth century manner, with bolection mould surrounding the aperture and raised shelf above.
Marble
A Stylish English Moulded Bolection Fireplace in Moleanos Limestone.
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in Moleanos Limestone. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. Modern. Shelf Width: 1370 mm 53 ⅞" Overall Height: 1205 mm ...
Limestone
Modern English Bolection Fireplace in Italian Arabescato Marble, New
Located in London, GB
A small English bolection fireplace of architectural form. The moulded frieze and jambs surmounted by shelf above. Fine quality Italian Arabescato marble. Modern. N.B. May be subject...
Marble
An English Bolection Fireplace in Fleur De Pêcher Marble
Located in London, GB
An English architectural fireplace in Fleur de Pêcher marble. The frieze and jambs with bolection moulding throughout. Fleur de Pêcher is an elegant and distinctive marble, prized fo...
Marble
18th Century Dutch White Marble Bolection Fireplace Louis XIV
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Amazing and huge 18th C. Dutch white marble bolection fireplace Louis XIV Interior dimensions: Height: 56,30 in (143 cm) Width: 78,74 in (200 cm) Ask for any question you might hav...
Marble
Baroque Bolection Chimneypiece in Italian White Statuary Marble Fireplace
Located in London, GB
Baroque Bolection Chimneypiece in Italian white statuary marble fireplace A Baroque style Bolection fireplace surround of bold proportions with very finely carved columns with a ris...
Statuary Marble
large bolection mantel of Emperador marble produced by Ryan & Smith
By Ryan & Smith Ltd.
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A large bolection fireplace produced in three solid blocks of Emperador marble by Ryan and Smith. The Roma Bolection is a stylishly simple and robust example of a bolection moulding...
Marble
A large Reclaimed Calacatta Vagli Marble Bolection Fireplace Mantle
Located in London, GB
A large substantial Bolection fireplace in a Variant of Carrara marble known as Calacatta Vagli. Generous mouldings giving a wide frame and header with carved inner slip. Stood on sh...
Marble
19th Century Carved Marble Bolection Fireplace Surround from France
Located in Beervelde, BE
Timeless Bolection Stone Fireplace Surround. Ultimate grand proportions for an original grand fireplace decor. Late 19th century from France. Lots of images to show the natural ston...
Stone, Marble
Scottish Antique Edwardian Solid Oak Carved Bolection Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large and charming antique Edwardian solid Scots oak carved bolection fireplace surround. A well carved bolection moulding consisting of leaf tendrils and berries that continually ...
Oak
George III Breche Violette Marble Fire Mantel in Bolection Style
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A Breche Violette marble fireplace surround in the bolection style, dating from the late 18th century. Its large size indicates that it was likely once used in a main room, perhaps a...
Marble
Unusually Shaped English Bolection Moulded Fireplace in Dark Emperador Marble
Located in London, GB
An unusually shaped English bolection moulded fireplace in Dark Emperador marble. A good quality copy of an original piece. N.B. May be subject to an extended lead time, please enqui...
Marble
Belgian Brown Marble Bolection Fireplace Frame - 19th Century - Modern Design
Located in Beervelde, BE
This authentic 19th century bolection style fireplace frame, crafted from Royal Belgian Brown Marble, is a refined architectural element distinguished by its timeless proportions, el...
Marble
A Stylish & Elegant Bolection Fireplace Surround in Italian Arabescato Marble
Located in London, GB
A Stylish & Elegant Bolection Fireplace Surround in Italian Arabescato Marble Depth: 4 1/4″ – 11 cm External Height: 46 1/2” – 118.5 cm External Width: 57” – 145 cm Internal Height:...
Marble
Elegant Georgian Bolection Fireplace Surround in Italian Grey Brescia Marble
Located in London, GB
A Stylish & Elegant English Georgian Bolection Fireplace Surround in Italian Grey Brescia Marble Depth: 4 1/2″ – 11.5 cm External Height: 46 1/4” – 117.5 cm External Width: 55 1/2” ...
Marble
17th Century Belgian Gris d’Ardenne Marble Fireplace Surround - Bolection
Located in Beervelde, BE
This authentic 17th century fireplace surround in Belgian Gris d’Ardenne marble is a truly rare architectural find. The stone displays a sophisticated palette of cool greys, soft whi...
Marble
bolection fireplace produced in Italian Breccia Viola marble by Ryan & Smith
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A stylish and neatly proportioned bolection fireplace produced in Italian Breccia Viola marble The fireplace has a moulded bolection frame on plain plinths, with a stepped cornice sh...
Breccia Marble
Classic Bolection Stone Fireplace in a Modern Black and White Quartzite
By Atelier Jouvence Custom Stoneworks
Located in Chicago, IL
This carved stone fireplace mixes classical design with a very modern black and white stone. The fireplace profile is a classic Bolection style, with the traditional curves and step...
Marble
Bolection mantel made from Occhio di Pavone marble by RYAN AND SMITH
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
An 18th century style bolection fireplace made from solid blocks of ‘Occhio di Pavone’ marble This classic design features a gently moulded frame on plain square plinths, with matchi...
Marble
English Queen Anne Bolection Fireplace in Italian Arabescato Marble with Shelf
Located in London, GB
A Stylish & Elegant English Queen Anne Style Bolection Fireplace Surround in Nicely Veined Italian Arabescato Marble, with a Deep Shelf. External Width: 57 3/4″ – 147 cm Depth: 7″ –...
Marble
Bolection Fireplace Surround With Diamond Point Like Chateau De Gilly Library
Located in Beervelde, BE
Exceptional rare marble hard stone bolection style chimney piece from the Burgundy Region. A similar fireplace surround is part of the library of the Chateau de Gilly, near Beaune. ...
Stone, Marble
Antique Louis XIV Bolection Fireplace in Burgundy Hued Ribbon Campan Marble
Located in London, GB
An antique Louis XIV Chimneypiece in exceptionally beautiful, richly veined Ribbon Campan marble. The generously moulded bolection opening with rounded corners is set within a simple...
Marble
The Bolection B: A Classical Stone Fireplace Profile with Shelf and Plinths
By Atelier Jouvence Custom Stoneworks
Located in Chicago, IL
The Bolection B carved stone fireplace features a classical Bolection-style profile, curving out and then back in. Additional layers of molding add to the visual interest. The top s...
Limestone
The Bolection A: A Classical Stone Fireplace Profile Without Shelf or Plinths
By Atelier Jouvence Custom Stoneworks
Located in Chicago, IL
The Bolection A stone fireplace shares a classical Bolection-style profile with our Bolection B design, but without the top shelf piece and the plinths. The molding profile curves o...
Limestone
Antique Bolection Painted Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An elegant antique bolection style fireplace. With a desirable painted finish, this Georgian fireplace is of a compact size suitable for various settings, old and new. The pine is p...
Pine, Wood
Antique Bolection Painted Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique bolection style painted fireplace, reclaimed from a country house in Shropshire. Dating to circa 1850, this fire surround would make a suitable feature for a wide range o...
Pine
Reclaimed 1920s Bolection Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed 1920s bolection style fire surround salvaged from a property in Surrey. Dating to the early 20th century, this fireplace has a simple yet elegant design and pleasing comp...
Pine
Antique Bolection Marble Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique bolection marble fire surround. This striking Belgian black marble fireplace was reclaimed from a large house in North London. The marble is of beautiful quality, showcas...
Marble, Belgian Black Marble
English Carved Oak Bolection Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A 1930s English oak bolection fire surround with an ornate front caved with foliage and berries. With its warm oak patina and clean, angular lines, this reclaimed fire surround will ...
Wood, Oak
Large Antique Pine Bolection Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique pine bolection fire surround, reclaimed from a property in Reading. With a stripped natural light oak finish, this antique fireplace is a simple yet elegant timeless...
Pine, Wood
Antique French Bolection Limestone Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A French bolection style antique limestone fire surround, possibly dating from as early as the 17th century. This striking stone fireplace is of beautiful design and proportion, offe...
Stone, Limestone
$12,649 / item
An English Bolection in Italian Arabescato Marble
Located in London, GB
An English bolection in Italian Arabescato marble. The moulded frieze and jambs with plain footblocks below. A nicely shaped profile. Modern, could be made to bespoke sizes if requir...
Marble
$9,624 / item
An English Bolection in Calacatta Verde Marble
Located in London, GB
An English bolection in Calacatta Verde marble. The moulded frieze and jambs in the classic Queen Anne style, with moulded plinths that follow jamb moulding. English, modern. N.B. Ma...
Marble
Reclaimed Early 20th Century Oak Bolection Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed early 20th century English bolection fire surround. Dating to circa 1900, this English mahogany fire surround blends many styles with its simple elegance. A subtle grai...
Oak
A Polished Bolection Chimneypiece in Red-Veined Limestone
Located in London, GB
A polished moulded bolection fireplace surround in red-veined limestone, with shaped plinth blocks. Restored. Circa Late Nineteenth century. Internal width: 34 1/2″ Internal heig...
Limestone
Reclaimed Early 20th Century Mahogany Bolection Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed early 20th century English bolection fire surround. Dating to circa 1930, this English oak fire surround blends many styles with its simple elegance. A subtle grain is ...
Wood, Mahogany
Splendid Antique 18th Century Kilkenny Marble Bolection Fire
Located in Ware, GB
A spectacular antique chimneypiece carved from Kilkenny marble. A remarkable surround that is truly unique. The handsome 18th-century fireplace surround is comprised of a simple bol...
Marble
A large antique late 17th century Italian, Rosso Verona marble bolection mantel
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A large antique late 17th century Italian Renaissance, Rosso Verona marble bolection fireplace With a deep cut and stepped bolection moulding of simple and timeless design. Origin...
Marble
While we likely wouldn’t mourn the invention of home heating and air-conditioning, these innovations did tragically reduce the widespread need for fireplaces and mantels in our living rooms.
Once an essential fixture in all homes, the fireplace, which, along with the chimney, is as old as the Middle Ages, was actually rendered redundant with the advent of the cast-iron heating stove during the 18th century. Victorian-era heating stoves were popular in the common areas of a living space for their capacity to heat as well as for their lack of smoke compared to fireplaces. However, improvements in craftsmanship as well as the Industrial Revolution meant that fireplaces were evolving in form and functionality.
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. We just love a good fireplace.
“With antique fireplaces, you get heart, soul, character and architecture,” says Tony Ingrao, a Manhattan-based interior designer who purchased an important 16th-century French limestone fireplace for a client’s Greenwich Village townhouse.
Vintage fireplaces and mantels have earned their coveted position as desirable focal points in any room over the course of a staggering evolution in design that has yielded everything from intricately carved works of limestone to sleek works of wood paneling and rolled steel.
As log after log turns into ash, these iconic designs prove their timelessness and value, monetarily and as prized decorative monuments. Whether you seek to simply warm a space or completely transform it, an eye-catching new mantel for your blazing hearth — be it an elegant neoclassical design, a marvelous work of marble in the Louis XV style or an unconventional contemporary variation — is the perfect solution.
Find a collection of antique and vintage fireplaces and mantels on 1stDibs today.
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