Antique French Ironwork Console

Colonial Ironwork in Old Philadelphia: The Craftsmanship of the Early Days of the Republic by Philip B. Wallace. Architectural Book Publishing Company, 1930. First Edition hardcover with dust jacket. "147 pages of detailed drawings and magnificent photographs show the craftsmanship of the early days of the Republic in the studies of gates, railings, lamps, locks, hinges, weathervanes, and all the beautiful things that were made by our forefathers." This illustrated tribute to Philadelphia's many well-preserved examples of colonial ironwork has 182 clear and fantastic, large B&W photographs and 41 measured drawings. These rendered ironworks appear in the railings and gates of churchyards, on the marble steps...

The pair of antique stone console table supports or pedestals have finely carved fluted fronts topped by acanthus leaves set against uncarv...

Antique French Pediment. Beautifully carved with gilt detail.

A beautiful antique fireplace in the style of Louis XVI. This fireplace is carved from hard limestone, Straight legs Early 19t century Origin France

Antique French iron chain, circa 1900, runs total of 38 inches in length. Welded iron chain with 3 inch high links. Price is for one 38 inch length...

This original antique fireplace surround in a rose hard stone was commissioned by special order. The front carries the detail of an eagle, the symbol of power, see imperial powers in...