Decorated 17th Century French Louis XIV Period Gridiron

17th century French rotating gridiron hand forged, made of wrought iron. To grill small pieces of meat or other food quickly over the fire. Sometimes they were put in the fire or els...

17th century French gridiron made of wrought iron. To prepare small pieces of meat quickly over the fire. Sometimes they were put in the fire or el...

17th-18th Century French rotating gridiron made of decorated wrought iron. To prepare small pieces of meat quickly over the fire. Sometimes they were put in the fire or else on a tri...

17th century French Louis XIV Period trivet. It is used for heating up a pan or to keep it warm in front of the fire. In a good working condition.

A striking pair of large-scale French 18th century Louis XIV brass andirons. Crowned with flickering flame finials, these larger than life andirons are not only bold and commanding, ...

This vintage fireplace surround was salvaged from under a window. The mantle is very nice with some original patina remaining. It has a nice simple country look. Suitable for a small...

A most unique French 19th century Louis XIV st. Giltwood and Needlepoint freestanding screen. This wonderful fire screen is raised by a trio of Giltwood scrolled foliate legs on cast...

Large and impressive pair of 19th century Louis XIV style gilt bronze andirons. A festive fire is one of the great pleasures of winter and the warm glow of firelight on the fine French gilt bronze of these magnificent andirons will transform any room. Each composed of a circular reeded plinth topped with a handsome urn shaped finial and resting on a superb scrolled base with a central sea shell motif, acanthus leaf sides and beautifully modelled pomegranite form feet. Acorn shaped log stops. Original gilding, fine details of the decorative elements and substantial original log supports. Height: 23.5 inches Width: 10 inches Depth: 25.5 inches (from the fron of the andiron to the back of the log holder) Weight: approximately 45 lbs. Louis XIV style or Louis Quatorze, the official style during the reign of Louis XIV (1643–1715), is most closely associated with Versailles. It features grand proportions, harmonious design elements and was highly influential on the architectural development of some of the greatest cities of Europe, certainly Paris. Francois Mansart, Louis Le Vau...