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Style: American Empire
Antique US Embassy Architectural Arched Iron Fanlight Header
Antique US Embassy Architectural Arched Iron Fanlight Header

Antique US Embassy Architectural Arched Iron Fanlight Header

$5,000

Antique US Embassy Architectural Arched Iron Fanlight Header

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and important late 19th / early 20th century American classical arched iron architectural fanlight header salvaged from a United States Embassy. Monumental size, lunete form, exceptionally executed stylized sunburt-like pediment sculpture with central "US" set within a circle, two-tone rustic heavily patinated and verdigris green patina finish. The large antique architectural salvaged decorative building element makes for fascinating sculptural object, wall decor, garden ornament gate trellis...

Category

Early 20th Century American Empire Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

American Charleston Cast Iron Lyre Boot Scrape, Circa 1820
American Charleston Cast Iron Lyre Boot Scrape, Circa 1820

American Charleston Cast Iron Lyre Boot Scrape, Circa 1820

$4,800

American Charleston Cast Iron Lyre Boot Scrape, Circa 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

American Charleston cast iron lyre boot scrape resting on a oval scalloped edge base, Early 19th century.

Category

1820s American Antique American Empire Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron and Gilt Fire Society Marker, Baltimore, C. 1830
American Cast Iron and Gilt Fire Society Marker, Baltimore, C. 1830

American Cast Iron and Gilt Fire Society Marker, Baltimore, C. 1830

$4,800

American Cast Iron and Gilt Fire Society Marker, Baltimore, C. 1830

Located in Charleston, SC

American cast iron and gilt fire society marker. Baltimore, early 19th century Markers were placed on homes to prove coverage of fire insurance.

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1830s American Antique American Empire Architectural Elements

Materials

Gold, Iron

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American Empire architectural elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Empire architectural elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage architectural elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with iron, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Empire architectural elements made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for architectural elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,900 and tops out at $20,000 while the average work can sell for $4,900.

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