Antique Louis XV Style Breccia Marble Fireplace

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Object Description

An antique Louis XV style Breccia marble fireplace. This French piece of craftsmanship is no doubt an ode to French King Louis XV. Its curved frieze and sturdy jambs are recognisable to this style. It would look stunning in a larger room of a period townhouse or country home. Dating back to 1890, this fireplace is made from breccia marble – a marble that was formed over 205 million years ago and typical of the Brescia area, Italy, one of the oldest to be extracted.

Additional dimensions
Opening Height 96 cm (91cm at centre)
Opening Width 94 cm
Opening across footblocks 129 cm

Object Condition

Good structural condition. Repaired shelf. Various repairs due to nature of the marble. Transports as 4 pieces.

Object Details

Dealer Opening Times

By appointment only.

Dealer Contact

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+44(0) 1981 541 155
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uk-heritage.co.uk
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Directions

From the M50 / Ross-on-Wye
At the end of the M50 take the A40 towards Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. Take the A49 Hereford Road (third roundabout after leaving the M50) Ignore the first two signposts for Wormelow, Stay on the A49 for approximately nine miles take the next left turn after passing the Pilgrim Hotel, singed A466 Wormelow. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located on the right hand side, the site is called; Grove Farm / The Grove.

From A49 Hereford
Follow the A49 south from Hereford for approximately five miles. After the uphill section at the Callow there is a layby on your right followed by one on your left. Take the next right turn onto the A466 singed Wormelow / Monmouth, Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located on the right hand side on Grove Farm / The Grove.


UK Heritage
Grove Barn
Wormelow
Herefordshire
HR2 8EG
United Kingdom

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