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An English Renaissance Revival Fireplace With Porphyry Inlay

Stock No

30198

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2019
  • £92,995.00
  • €112,143 Euro
  • $118,531 US Dollar

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Item Description

A 19th century Italianate style fireplace carved from Istrian stone with semi-precious inlaid marbles. The frieze panel inlaid with Egyptian Imperial red Porphyry, Ancient Green Peloponnesian Porphyry and lazurite, supported on similarly panelled jambs. The jambs surmounted by carved ionic capitals.

Attributed to Sir Charles Barry and Thomas Allom. A near identical example can be found in the Music room of Highclere Castle.

ADDITIONAL DIMENSIONS

Opening Height 122 cm
Opening Width 128.5 cm

CONDITION REPORT

Good structural condition. Small losses and wear associated with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Item Info

Seller

UK HERITAGE

Seller Location

Herefordshire, Worcestershire

Item Dimensions

H: 158.5cm W: 178.5cm D: 26cm

Period

Circa 1850

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Herefordshire, Worcestershire

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)1981 541155

+44 (0)778 6916288

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