French Empire Style Fleur de Pêcher Marble Chimneypiece

GBP 6,745.00

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Object Description

An elegant early 19th Century elliptical Fleur de Pêcher and Carrara marble fire surround. This antique marble fireplace is elliptic in shape, including the side returns, frieze and shelf, synonymous with classical French and Empire styling. Over 200 years old, it dates back to circa 1820. The contrast of marbles is beautiful, making a stunning feature in any room seeking grandeur and opulence.

Fleur de Pêcher Marble

Associated with opulent French interiors of times gone by, Fleur de Pêcher marble is a breche marble comprising of irregular shades of purple, pink and red. During the 19th century, it was used to create exceptional works of art including the magnificent fireplace in the main hall of the Napoleon III apartments of the Louvre museum.

Additional Dimensions

Opening Height: 84.5 cm (33.26 in)
Opening Width: 74.5 cm (29.33 in)
Base width (outer foot block to outer foot block): 112.5 cm (44.29 in)

Object Condition

Good structural condition. Transports as 5 pieces. Historic repairs to the frieze. Slight discolouration on the foot blocks.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:113.0 x H:101.5 x D:36.0 centimeters
  • period
  • year
    1820

Dealer Opening Times

By appointment only.

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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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