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A 19th Century Louis XVI Style Chimneypiece in Carrara Marble

$9,452.05
£6,800
€8,014.63
CA$12,849.85
A$14,393.48
CHF 7,483.01
MX$177,730.50
NOK 95,327.65
SEK 90,117.46
DKK 59,809.55
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About the Item

An Imperial 19th century chimneypiece of good proportions carved in well preserved Carrara marble. The statuesque piece has canted jambs carved with flutes filled with Campanula, otherwise known as Bell Flowers. The flower symbolised a feeling or gratitude, affection, constancy, and everlasting love, implying that this chimneypiece could have been given as a marital gift. The jambs end in corner blocks carved with laurel wreaths, and the frieze is similarly centred with a laurel bouquet. Complete measurements: Height 42¾in (108.5cm) width 49⅝in (126cm) Internal height 32⅞in (83.6cm) width 35⅜in (89.7cm) Footblock to footblock 47in (119.5cm) Shelf depth 14⅝in (37cm)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.72 in (108.5 cm)Width: 49.61 in (126 cm)Depth: 14.57 in (37 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: I2531stDibs: LU848144724542

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