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French Louis XIV Period 'Horses' Fireback / Backsplash, 17th Century

$2,010.80
£1,475.47
€1,675
CA$2,739.89
A$3,086.04
CHF 1,598.15
MX$37,478.73
NOK 20,300.19
SEK 19,256.44
DKK 12,747.76
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About the Item

17th century French Louis XIV period fireback with horses, two pillars of Hercules, and the date of production of the fireback, 1691. The pillars stand for the club of Hercules and symbolize strength and the unknown. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. It is in a good condition and does not have cracks. 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: 27.96 in (71 cm)Width: 32.68 in (83 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1691
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The fireback is in a good condition, and is fit for use in the fireplace or as a backsplash.
  • Seller Location:
    Soest, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: n68121stDibs: LU973742546642

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