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An Imposing and Important antique Louis XV Period Statuary Marble Chimneypiece

About the Item

An imposing and highly important antique Louis XV period statuary marble chimneypiece of exceptional quality and generous proportion, the serpentine opening centred with an elaborate foliate Rococo cartouche with carved acanthus throughout, flanked by canted tapering console jambs carved in high relief, with echoing side consoles decorating the opening. Height 48¼in (122cm) width 83in (211cm) Internal height 39in (99cm) width 56¼in (143cm) Footblock to footblock 84in (213.5cm) Depth 15in (38cm)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.04 in (122 cm)Width: 830.71 in (2,110 cm)Depth: 14.97 in (38 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Louis XV
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: I2021stDibs: LU848135426422

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