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A Rare Late 18th Century Italian Chimneypiece in Marble

About the Item

A well proportioned and rare Italian chimneypiece, carved in the region of Piedmont towards the end of the 18th century. A simple breakfront shelf is resting on a panelled frieze carved at centre with a fluted tablet surmounted by an elegant scroll, and ending in bullseye cornerblocks. Panelled jambs are supported by footblocks. Height 47½in (120.6cm) width 59⅛in (150cm) Internal height 39in (99cm) width 44½in (113cm) Shelf depth 7⅞in (20cm)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47.49 in (120.6 cm)Width: 59.06 in (150 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Marble,Carved,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: I2391stDibs: LU848141069902

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