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French Louis XIV Style 'Pillars of Hercules' Fireback / Backsplash, Dated 1808
$1,033.42
£778.01
€875
CA$1,423.61
A$1,594.35
CHF 831.91
MX$19,474.34
NOK 10,584.28
SEK 9,976.95
DKK 6,660.62
About the Item
Early 19th century French Louis XIV style fireback with the pillars of Hercules. The pillar refers to the club of Hercules, his favorite weapon. It symbolizes strength and the unknown. The date of production of the fireback 1808 is also cast in the fireback.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black.
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: 31.89 in (81 cm)Width: 32.09 in (81.5 cm)Depth: 1.07 in (2.7 cm)
- Style:Louis XIV (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Iron,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1808
- 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 or as a backsplash.
- Seller Location:Amerongen, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: n40961stDibs: LU973713804052
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