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A large Antique French Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel In Breche Violette Marble

$32,484.51
£23,750
€27,924.43
CA$45,216.82
A$48,527.80
CHF 26,012.82
MX$584,009.81
NOK 327,983.12
SEK 299,075.16
DKK 208,595.40

About the Item

A large late 18th century Louis XVI period fireplace executed in superior quality and very fine Breche Violette marble, with much variation of colour and depth from purple to green. Finely carved corner blocks of square Patarae surmount console cantered jambs with fluted decoration. The bow fronted frieze of running flutes, beneath a very generous and incredibly variated bow fronted mantel. The side returns paneled and all stood on foot blockings. French Circa 1970 Opening Sizes 108cm w X 86.5cm h
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44.3 in (112.5 cm)Width: 61.62 in (156.5 cm)Depth: 16.34 in (41.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1790
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Some old repairs, on edge of shelf and one inside return but done very well and structurally incredibly sound. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1071639624572

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