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Large French Louis XV Period Fireback / Backsplash, 18th Century

$1,758.62
£1,302.87
€1,475
CA$2,409.22
A$2,673.24
CHF 1,400.30
MX$32,781.04
NOK 17,811.31
SEK 16,813.12
DKK 11,220
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About the Item

Beautiful 18th century French Louis XV fireback with flower baskets and two pillars. The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and Stand for strength and the unknown. Towards the end of the 18th century and the start of the Louis XV style, the pillars took on a less hefty form and were decorated with symbols like flowers and flower baskets. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at no extra cost. 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: 34.26 in (87 cm)Width: 38.39 in (97.5 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The fireback is in a good condition and is fit for use in the fireplace or as backsplash.
  • Seller Location:
    Soest, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: n59741stDibs: LU973733324222

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