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19th Century French Bocca della Verità Fireback / Backsplash

$592.24

£442.14

€495

CA$815.85

A$895.14

CHF 471.52

MX$10,648.62

NOK 6,040.07

SEK 5,515.41

DKK 3,772.09

About the Item

19th century French Napoleon III fireback with the Bocca della Verità or Mouth of Truth. It is a sculpture representing the God of Sea outside a church in Rome. The mouth is said to bite the hand of anyone who lies. Legend goes that it is designed to test the faithfulness of women. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter. The fireback is in a good condition and does not have cracks.

Dimensions:
Height: 25.4 in (64.5 cm)Width: 25.2 in (64 cm)Depth: 0.6 in (1.5 cm)
Style:
Napoleon III (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Iron,Cast
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. The fireback is in a good condition and is fit for use in the fireplace or as a backsplash.
Seller Location:
Amerongen, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: n53901stDibs: LU973726283462

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