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Amazing Rough 18th Century Fireback

About the Item

Beautiful rough cast iron antique fireback from the 18th century. The with rope decorated edges are at some point 2 inch (5 cm) think. From the original 9 "fleur the lis" symbols only four survived the years of excruciating heat and flames. The coat of arms and date stamps in the middle are wiped out, only the outline is showing. No cracks, great original condition and patina. It can be used in a fire or as backslash, extremely heavy.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 40.36 in (102.5 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Minor fading. No cracks, great original condition an patina. It can be used in a fire or as backslash, extremely heavy.
  • Seller Location:
    Haarlem, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 16531stDibs: LU1002510198061

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