Stock No. 38428

18th Century Neoclassical Painted Pine Fire Surround

Name: 18th Century Neoclassical Painted Pine Fire Surround
SKU: 38428
Price: 4275.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

An 18th Century neoclassical painted pine fire surround. This highly detailed fire surround dates back to circa 1770. The jambs are fronted with two finely carved columns, topped with ionic capitals. A delicate foliate pattern borders the opening, painted in a deep green with gilt highlights. A highly unusual tassel carving presented in a dental…

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£4,275.00

Dimensions

Depth: 26cm10.24in

Width: 146cm57.48in

Height: 115.5cm45.47in

Weight: 29kg63.93lbs

Opening Height: 97.5cm38.39in

Opening Width: 89.5cm35.24in

Metric

Imperial

Condition Report

Small losses, surface wear and shrinkage splits. Historical alterations. Old crusty paint that looks untouched and of the period.

Wear

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Origin

England

Period

18th Century

Material

Handcarved, Pine, Timber, Wood

Date of Manufacture

Circa 1770

Maker

Unknown

Style

Georgian, Neoclassical

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An 18th Century neoclassical painted pine fire surround.

This highly detailed fire surround dates back to circa 1770. The jambs are fronted with two finely carved columns, topped with ionic capitals.

A delicate foliate pattern borders the opening, painted in a deep green with gilt highlights.

A highly unusual tassel carving presented in a dental pattern lines the underside of the shelf, which is edged with beading and scrollwork patterns.

Additional Dimensions

Opening height: 97.5 cm (38.39 in)
Opening width: 89.5 cm (35.24 in)
Base width (outer foot block to outer foot block): 122.5 cm (48.23 in)