Louis XVI fireplace with floral motifs

Louis XVI fireplace with floral motifs: This finely carved antique Louis XVI (1754 – 1793) fireplace is in splendid authentic condition overall, with a good « worn » patina. Carved from the much-loved champagne colour French limestone it features Classic profiles and a profusion of finely sculpted « daisy wheels » and foliage on the side jambs and across the lintel. The left and right lintel returns are included (see them on the floor on the photos).

All signs point to this fireplace being original from the 18th century, or no more recent than 19th century. This antique French mantel is in original condition, cleaned to a limited extent in order not to diminish its natural worn patina. Truly Reclaimed, it will provide authenticity in an authentic 18th century style room, or a more contemporary open-space where architectural antiques find their place alongside natural materials such as stone or wood flooring and wall surfaces.

Dimensions approx: 

• Total width at base: 165 cm (65 inches)
• Lintel width: 162 cm (63,75 inches)
• Overall height: 134 cm (52,75 inches)
• Width between jambs: 133 cm (52,25 inches)
• Jamb thickness: 14 cm (5,5 inches)
• Height under lintel: 115 cm (45,25 inches)
• Lintel thickness: 20 cm (7,75 inches)
• Top overhang of the jambs relative to the base: 14 cm (5,5 inches)
• Alignment of the lintel relative to the rear of the jambs: 45 cm (17,75 inches)
• Shelf: width 162 cm (63,75 inches) × depth 28 cm (11 inches)

This antique Louis XVI chimneypiece is on display in BCA’s showrooms at Méry-Corbon, between Caen and Lisieux, in the heart of Normandy.