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18th Century French Black Iron Fireback Depicting King Louis XVI

$1,600
£1,209.40
€1,389.82
CA$2,227.99
A$2,478.55
CHF 1,299.29
MX$30,287.25
NOK 16,544.78
SEK 15,574.62
DKK 10,374.46
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About the Item

This large, antique fire back was created in France, circa 1760. The square plaque features a before French Revolution scene where King Louis XVI is being arrested at Versailles with Marie Antoinette holding on to him. The fire-back is in excellent condition with wonderful detail work, and would also make a wonderful back splash behind a kitchen stove! Measure: 24" W x 24" H.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Hand-Crafted,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1760
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 74-5291stDibs: LU951220363392

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