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18th Century French Phoenix Fireback / Backsplash

$2,251.04
£1,648.21
€1,875
CA$3,056.57
A$3,426.39
CHF 1,786.79
MX$41,999.21
NOK 22,641.58
SEK 21,526.07
DKK 14,269.73
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About the Item

18th century Louis XIV French fireback with pillars, a phoenix, and the date of production 1737 The Phoenix stands for 'Who rises from the ashes' The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and symbolize strength and the unknown. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. This product weighs more than 65 kg / 143 lbs. All our products that weigh 66 kg / 146 lbs or more are shipped as standard door-to-door freight. You can contact us to find out the daily rate for a freight shipment of this product to your destination. Products that weigh less than 65 kg / 143 lbs are shipped as express parcel which is comparatively cheaper. Please contact us if you would like to see similar options weighing less than 65 kg / 143 lbs which can be shipped as express parcel.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.86 in (86 cm)Width: 39.77 in (101 cm)Depth: 1.26 in (3.2 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1737
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. The fireback has a crack at the bottom, but is still fit for use in the fireplace and as a backsplash.
  • Seller Location:
    Soest, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: n4638L1stDibs: LU973718793212

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