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Antique Louis XIV 'Pillars with Saint Andrew's Cross' Fireback / Backsplash

$1,505.85
£1,133.67
€1,275
CA$2,074.40
A$2,323.20
CHF 1,212.21
MX$28,376.89
NOK 15,422.81
SEK 14,537.85
DKK 9,705.47

About the Item

18th century French fireback with a Saint Andrew's cross and two pillars of Hercules. Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this shape. As a result the cross became a sign for humility and sacrifice. The pillars of Hercules symbolize strength and the unknown. They stand for the club of Hercules. The date of production, 1725, is also cast in the fireback. The style of the fireback is Louis XIV and it is from that period. The patina of the fireback is brown. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at no extra cost. 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: 29.14 in (74 cm)Width: 33.47 in (85 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1725
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The fireback is in good condition and fit for use in the fireplace or as backsplash.
  • Seller Location:
    Amerongen, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: n6132n1stDibs: LU973735811462

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