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Item Ships From: Europe
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Late 18th century Statuary and Brocatelle marble fireplace with putti
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This exceptionnal baroque fireplace is from Italy, dated as the end of the 18th century. It is an outstanding marble piece, and gathers two types of beautiful and distinct marbles; white statuary Carrara marble and Brocatelle marble, characterized by the rich and foliage patterns all over its swirling veining surface. The Carrara marble quarries found near the Mediterranean sea between Pisa and Parma, have been famous since roman times and add a distinct shine and refinement to objects carved out from this marble.
A delicate marble bust is standing in the center of the fireplace and is balancing the richly detailed white and yellow decor...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
Antique Fireplace Mantel With Rustic Look
Located in Beervelde, BE
Unusual, one of a kind, French country fireplace surround in limestone. The jambs are deep and round in one block with remains from the original paints and patina. The extremes of th...
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French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone, Limestone, Sandstone
Fireback with Louis XIV monogram and French coat of arms
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This beautiful cast iron fireback made around 1700 is adorned with a rare and rich decoration.
Its shape is characteristic of the 18th century beginning, the top in an arc of a circl...
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French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Marriage' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
French fireback produced in honor of the marriage of Francois Mourot and Marie Tapounot. The fireback is furthermore decorated with two pillars of Hercules. The pillars refer to the ...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
French Country Style Fireplace With Upper Mantel From Provence In Limestone
Located in Beervelde, BE
A fine simple rustic, French country limestone mantel with original upper mantel from the Louis XIII period, 17 th century.
Measurements:
146 cm Exterior Width 57,48 Inch
119 cm Exte...
Category
French Louis XIII Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Antique fireplace in white Carrara marble, carved central shell, '700 France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient fireplace, mantle in precious white Carrara marble, hand-sculpted with central shell and wavy legs, built in France in the middle of the 18th...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Carrara Marble
18th Century French Louis XV Period Venus Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French fireback with the goddess Venus. Venus is holding her mirror and a bunch of flowers. Goddess of love, beauty and fertility.
The fireback is made of cast iron and...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
17th Century German 'Rural Scene' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
17th Century German Gothic fireback with a rural scene. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The condition is good, no cracks.
Category
German Gothic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Antique Fireplace Mantel from France
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Beautiful antique French Louis XV fireplace mantel executed in limestone.
Nice soft tones and fine carvings.
Nice original condition.
Sold by Schermerhorn Antique Fireplaces.
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
17th - 18th Century French Louis XIV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 17th - 18th century French Louis XIV fireback with the arms of France. This is the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a majo...
Category
French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Louis XV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 18th century French Louis XV fireback with the arms of France. This is the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynast...
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Louis XV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 18th century French Louis XV fireback with the arms of France. This is the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynast...
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Important English 18th Century Statuary and Sienna Marble Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A very rare and important English 18th century (circa 1760) statuary and sienna marble fireplace with highly detailed carved centr...
Category
English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Fireplace Grate / Fire Grate
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
18th century Dutch wrought iron fireplace basket.
Great looking and very decorative piece.
Great original and usable condition, works great in a real log fire.
Sold by Scherme...
Category
Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique 18th Century Statuary and Sienna Mantelpiece
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A magnificent and rare antique Statuary and Sienna marble fireplace. The lower half with full rounded Sienna columns on Statuary pilasters and with highly carved capitals, each one d...
Category
English Renaissance Revival Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Siena Marble, Statuary Marble
Belgian Grey Marble Fireplace Mantel Reclaimed From Chateau de Neerijse
Located in Beervelde, BE
One of a kind, bespoke antique Belgian fireplace surround with a history in Grey St-Anne marble. The mantel was installed in the Chateau de Neerijse of the Family de Béthune de Overs...
Category
Belgian Regency Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
18th Century Black Belgian Marble Arts And Crafts Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
Fabulous 18th century Belgian antique fireplace surround. A small Black Belgian marble and Belgian Ardenne marble jewel in great condition. One of a kind original fireplace surround ...
Category
Belgian Directoire Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble, Belgian Black Marble
18th Century Fireplace Mantel in Gris d'Ardenne Marble
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Strong 18th century fireplace mantel in Gris d'Ardenne marble.
This monumental antique French fireplace is beautifully decorated with profiled paneling combined with a draped laur...
Category
French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
French Provencal Limestone Fireplace Surround With Exceptional Artempo Wear
Located in Beervelde, BE
Wide and very unique French Louis XVI period country limestone fireplace surround, 18th century from Provence. The ancient surfaces have been waxed and polished and the artempo wear ...
Category
French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
18th Century French Fireplace in Rare Bi-Color Buxy Limestone from Saône-et-Loir
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Elevate your interior with the architectural authenticity and timeless elegance of this 18th century French fireplace mantel, expertly hand-carved in bi-color Buxy limestone. Sourced...
Category
French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Large French Louis XV Period Fireback / Backsplash, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 18th century French Louis XV fireback with flower baskets and two pillars. The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and Stand for str...
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Tall 18th Century French Louis XV Period Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV period fireback.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has black / pewter patina. The fireback is i...
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Royal 18th Century Antique Fireplace Surround in Fossil Hard Stone
Located in Beervelde, BE
A royal and phenomenal fireplace surround in Beaujolais fossil hard stone. Museum quality. In the jambs are side panels carved. A real petit bijoux. One of a kind for the connoisseur. One of our selected Haute Collection...
Category
French Regency Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
18th Century Original Antique French Marble Fireplace Mantle
Located in Beervelde, BE
This phenomenal original antique fireplace surround in the French rouge Languedoc marble was installed in a panelled Salon, such as you would find in the Frick or in the museum of th...
Category
Belgian Regency Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Late 18th Century Louis XVI Campan Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A compact Louis XVI fireplace in richly variegated Campan Grand Melange marble, with semi detached tapering fluted columns in Bardiglio marble, on circular foot blocks with carved ac...
Category
French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Multi Color French Campan Marble Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
Very unique antique fireplace surround in Campan Vert and Rouge Griotte marble from the Louis XIV period, 18th century. This kind of marble was exported a ...
Category
French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Griotte Marble
18th Century French Louis XV Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV fireback with a typical Louis XV decoration.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has black / pewter patina. The fir...
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Limestone Fireplace Surround In Louis XVI Style
Located in Beervelde, BE
Timeless French provencal townhouse fireplace surround from the 18th century. Authentic leaf details on the front piece are typical for the campagnard provenance.
Louis XVI Style an...
Category
French French Provincial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
Large 18th Century Fireback
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
"Antique Cast Iron Fireback Dated 1793 – 18th Century French Fireback with Two Chickens and Sun Motif"
This remarkable antique cast iron fireback, dated 1793, is a rare and charming piece of 18th-century French craftsmanship. Featuring a beautifully detailed design of two chickens flanking a majestic sunburst at its center, this fireback is a true work of art that reflects both rustic charm and classical symbolism. The sun, often seen as a symbol of life, power, and warmth, is complemented by the two chickens, which add a playful yet meaningful touch, representing rural life and abundance.
Originally created to protect the fireplace and enhance heat reflection, this fireback also stands as a decorative statement in any home. The historical date of 1793, cast into the fireback, anchors it in a significant era of French history, adding to its authenticity and collectible value. Its aged patina and weathered texture enhance its antique appeal, offering a tangible connection to the past.
Crafted from high-quality cast iron, this fireback is both durable and timeless, ideal for use in traditional or country-style interiors. Whether used functionally in your hearth or as a standalone decorative piece, this fireback brings a touch of French heritage and rustic elegance to any room.
Key Features:
Antique cast iron fireback from France, dated 1793
Depicts two chickens and a central sunburst motif
Authentic piece from the 18th century, adding historical value
Durable cast iron construction in excellent condition
Enhances heat reflection and protects the fireplace
Ideal for traditional, rustic, or French country interiors
This antique fireback is perfect for collectors of historical fireplace accessories or anyone looking to add a unique and meaningful accent to their home. Its combination of rural charm and symbolic design makes it a striking and functional piece that will enhance any fireplace or living space.
Keywords: antique cast iron fireback, 18th-century French fireback, fireback with chickens, sun motif fireback, dated 1793 fireback, French antique decor, rustic fireback, vintage fireplace accessory...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
18th Century Italian Travertine Marble Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This very early 18th century Italian travertine marble fireplace was sourced from a property in Kensington and removed during remodelling. It features an elaborate design, the frieze...
Category
Italian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone, Travertine, Marble
17th Century French Louis XIV 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 17th century French Louis XIV period fireback with an unknown coat of arms.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. It can be made black / pewter upon re...
Category
French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
18th Century Louis XV period Fireback / Backsplash with Diana bathing
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV period fireback with the Goddess Diana bathing.
Diana, Goddess of hunting, also protector of animals of the forest, especia...
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Antique French Fireback / Backsplash with the Goddess Venus, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV fireback of Venus with her mirror and torch of Hestia.
Goddess of love, beauty and fertility. The torch is the symbol of Hestia, goddess of fire and mor...
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
An 18th Century Louis XVI Calacatta Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
An 18th century period Louis XVI fireplace executed in Italian Calacatta marble. Compact and attractive with slim tapering ribbon crossed fluted columns with Acanthus leaf corner blo...
Category
French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Antique fireback from cast iron from the 18th century
Located in Made, NL
Very beautiful fireback from the early 18th century of cast iron. This fireback is special because of its text and the elegant ornaments.
Category
French Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Antique Pine Georgian Bullseye Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique natural pine Georgian bullseye fireplace.
Though the design is simple, this antique pine surround speaks volumes in an interior, ornamented with round details called ‘bul...
Category
English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Wood, Pine
17th Century French Louis XIV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
17th century French Louis XIV period fireback with the Arms of France. A coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynasty in Europe....
Category
French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Louis XV period stone mantel with carved overmantel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This stone mantel from the Louis XV period is distinguished by its rich decoration, borrowing from the ornamental vocabulary of the Rocaille style. The mantel's trumeau is also very ...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
Antique Fireback - IHS - Monumental
Located in Made, NL
Very beautiful fireback from the early 18th century of cast iron. The very special thing of this fireback is the HS sign (sing of Jezus Christ). This is very rare and special!
Category
French Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Louis XV Period Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV period fireback. The date of production, 1771, is cast in the fireback.
The fireback has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pew...
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
17th Century French Country Antique Limestone Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
This small vintage fireplace surround in limestone has remains of the original patina. It is perfect for a country side house, a rustic room.
...
Category
French Louis XIII Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
Exceptional Grand Marble Fireplace Surround For Luxury Interior Design Decor
Located in Beervelde, BE
Exceptional original antique fireplace of the French regency period, 1st half of the 18th century. This piece was installed in a grand salon with a oak pannel wall. The Royal dark marble and deep carving are sign of a luxury home decor...
Category
Belgian Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
18th Century George II Limestone Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Beautiful and strong early 18th century George II limestone panelled frame chimneypiece.
The frieze centred by a moulded keystone with graduated flut...
Category
European Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
French Provincial Stone Fireplace Surround From Provence Bastide
Located in Beervelde, BE
Medieval stone fireplace from the south of France. Unique fireplace surround for timeless authentic slow-living interior design project.
Exceptional artempo wear and condition. This ...
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French French Provincial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
French Louis XV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Coat of arms of the house of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a major dynasty in Europe. It delivered kings for Spain (Navarra), France, both Sicilies and Parma....
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Late 17th Century Fire Basket
Located in London, GB
An English late 17th Century semi-circular wrought-iron fire basket. The round fire bars form the enclosure and rudimentary hob-top with rivet-work fire grill. Wax finish.
Circa 1690
Category
English William and Mary Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
18th Century Fine French Regency Fireplace Surround In Royal Saracolin Marble
Located in Beervelde, BE
This is a extra fine sculpted chimney piece of the French regency period, 1st half of the 18th century. The Royal Saracolin marble was used in many luxury decors of that time period....
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French Regency Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Large French Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars and IHS Monogram, Dated 1780
Located in Soest, NL
The medieval IHS monogram stands for Iesus Hominum Salvator (Jezus the Savior of Humanity) or In Hoc Signo (In this sign will you win). The pillars stand for the club of Hercules and...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Small 18th Century Italian Original Antique Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
Petite Italian antique chimney piece is in Royal Brêche marble and has its original patina. The front has a heart motif. This particular is a "li...
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Italian Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Breccia Marble
18th Century French 'Pillars with IHS Monogram' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French fireback with two pillars, the IHS monogram and the names of the couple who had the fireback casted. The medieval IHS monogram stands for Iesus Hominum Salvator (...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
French Louis XV Period Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV period andirons made of wrought iron with a recently forged grate. The condition is good.
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Wrought Iron
17th Century French Louis XIV 'Arms of France' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 17th century French Louis XIV fireback with the arms of France, dated 1603. This is the coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an originally French royal house that became a...
Category
French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Country Antique Limestone Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
Unusual French limestone antique fireplace surround from the Directoire period. Its style has Italian influence with a Fine center carved element.
Measures:
174 cm EW 68,50"
136 ...
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French Directoire Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
Large French Renaissance Period Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 16th - 17th C.
Located in Soest, NL
16th - 17th century French Renaissance period fire grate. Made of beautifully forged wrought iron and bronze. The condition is good.
The width at the front is 93 cm (36.6 inches).
...
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French Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
French Louis XV Period Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV period fire grate made cast iron and wrought iron. The condition is good.
Category
French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Wrought Iron, Iron
18th Century French Country Hard Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
French country hard limestone fireplace mantel which is specially commissioned for a vigneron, a person who cultivates grapes for wine making. The hardness of the stone reflects the ...
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French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
French Louis XV Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century French Louis XV fireback with pillars of Hercules. The pillar refers to the club of Hercules, his favorite weapon. It symbolizes power. Since antiquity the ‘Pillars of H...
Category
French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
17th Century Italian Provincial Palazzo Limestone Fireplace
Located in Beervelde, BE
Italian provincial palazzo fireplace surround in limestone.
Stunning designed in the 17th century period. It is the perfect decor object for timeless interior design project.
Dimens...
Category
Italian Louis XIII Antique 18th Century and Earlier Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone, Limestone
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