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Antique Cast Iron Fire Back Depicting The Signs of The Zodiac

$6,525.12
£4,745
€5,585.99
CA$8,935.07
A$9,934.09
CHF 5,199.90
MX$121,838.33
NOK 66,207.84
SEK 62,508.05
DKK 41,684.53
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About the Item

This fire back is cast with 12 signs of the zodiac. A good quality fire-back with sharp details. The angle of the side plates can be varied to suit. This can be used as a set of flat plates, through to the side plates at 90 degrees. This would also make an interesting piece of wall mounted art / sculpture. Height 107 cm Width 72 cm Thickness 1 cm Smaller panels, each; Height 107 cm Width 37 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.13 in (107 cm)Width: 57.49 in (146 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Good structural condition. There is a small heat crack at the base of the centre plate. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9193711stDibs: LU2096326143092

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