18th-century limestone fireplace with cherub-carved jambs
Reference : 201472
18th-century limestone fireplace with cherub-carved jambs: This elegant limestone fireplace stands out for the exceptional quality of its carving and the refinement of its decorative details. It is composed of a pair of original 18th-century jambs, carved from solid limestone and adorned with high-relief cherub figures, giving the piece a striking decorative presence.
Each jamb features a cherub with a bare torso. The softly modeled faces, finely carved hair, and flowing drapery are a testament to the craftsmanship of the period’s sculptors. Above each figure, a square panel carved with a floral rosette motif provides decorative balance and further enhances the fireplace’s ornamental character.
The antique lintel displays a series of stepped mouldings and projections. Although it is not original to the jambs, it harmonizes perfectly with them through its proportions, patina, and moulded profile. Its restrained design highlights the rich sculptural detail of the jambs while preserving the elegance characteristic of period fireplaces.
Dimensions approx:
- Lintel: Width 120 cm (47,25 inches) – Height 16 cm (6,25 inches) – Depth 46 cm (18,00 inches)
- Jamb: Height 98 cm (38,50 inches) – Width 20 cm (7,75 inches) – Depth 37 cm (14,50 inches)
- Firebox: Height 98 cm (38,50 inches) – Width 55 cm (21,75 inches)
- Total Height: 114 cm (45,00 inches)
Available for viewing at our Méry-Corbon showroom, near Caen, Normandy, France.
