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Exceptional Hiram Tucker Boston MA Cast Iron Fireplace Mantel with Églomisé

$14,800
£11,077.58
€12,800.28
CA$20,522.66
A$22,988.02
CHF 11,951.22
MX$283,855.82
NOK 152,249.09
SEK 143,927.83
DKK 95,522.66
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About the Item

An exceptional cast iron fireplace serpentine form mantel and surround, circa 1850-1860, with original inset églomisé glass panels depicting buildings and figures, attached Rococo backsplash, central arched interior opening, and large scrolled surround. The back is embossed “Patent by H. Tucker” Fireplace mantel designer Hiram Tucker patented improvements to the common mantelpiece back in 1850. His invention involved using ornamented glass or a similar material and surrounding it with cast iron framework. Excellent overall condition, with some paint losses.
  • Creator:
    Hiram Tucker (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 56 in (142.24 cm)Width: 70.5 in (179.07 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850-1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Interior opening is 35 in h x 29 in w. Excellent overall condition,with some eglomise paint losses, surface imperfections, and expected wear from age and use. The back shows some evidence of residual plaster is present from its previous installation.
  • Seller Location:
    Milford, NH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 53261stDibs: LU93397465883

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