Antique Italian Empire Black Marble Fireplace, 19th C.
Antique Italian Empire black marble fireplace surround, early 19th century, featuring laurel swags, a central oval medallion, and rosette end blocks. Richly veined and beautifully patinated, in excellent condition throughout.
R30,500.00
Antique Italian Empire Black Marble Fireplace, 19th C.
Antique Italian Empire black marble fireplace surround, early 19th century, featuring laurel swags, a central oval medallion, and rosette end blocks. Richly veined and beautifully patinated, in excellent condition throughout.
R30,500.00
Antique Italian Empire Black Marble Fireplace, 19th C.
Antique Italian Empire black marble fireplace surround, early 19th century, featuring laurel swags, a central oval medallion, and rosette end blocks. Richly veined and beautifully patinated, in excellent condition throughout.
R30,500.00
This antique Italian Empire marble fireplace surround is an exquisite example of early 19th century neoclassical craftsmanship. With its richly veined black marble and carved details, it displays both grandeur and elegance throughout.
The frieze showcases fine neoclassical ornamentation, with delicately carved laurel swags framing a central oval medallion, while rosette motifs embellish the end blocks. Together, these motifs create a balanced and dignified design characteristic of the Empire style, reflecting the refined taste of the period.
Rich black marble forms the main structure, beautifully contrasted by lighter carved stone embellishments. The natural veining of the marble enhances the surround’s visual impact, while the contrasting decoration highlights its sculptural quality and depth.
This Empire marble fireplace surround remains in excellent condition, with the carving retaining sharp detail, the marble beautifully patinated, and the proportions harmonious throughout. It is ready to serve as the centrepiece of a classical interior, home, or restoration project.
Shelf: 14.6cm (37cm) deep, 57.5cm (146cm) long
Overall height: 43.3cm (110cm)
Opening: 40.9cm (104cm) wide x 33.7cm (85.5cm) tall
Style: Italian Empire, Neoclassical
Period: Early 19th century
Materials: Black marble with contrasting carved stone embellishments
Features: Laurel swag carving, central oval medallion, rosette end blocks
Condition: Excellent, sharp carved detail, beautifully patinated
This antique Italian Empire marble fireplace surround is an exquisite example of early 19th century neoclassical craftsmanship. With its richly veined black marble and carved details, it displays both grandeur and elegance throughout.
The frieze showcases fine neoclassical ornamentation, with delicately carved laurel swags framing a central oval medallion, while rosette motifs embellish the end blocks. Together, these motifs create a balanced and dignified design characteristic of the Empire style, reflecting the refined taste of the period.
Rich black marble forms the main structure, beautifully contrasted by lighter carved stone embellishments. The natural veining of the marble enhances the surround’s visual impact, while the contrasting decoration highlights its sculptural quality and depth.
This Empire marble fireplace surround remains in excellent condition, with the carving retaining sharp detail, the marble beautifully patinated, and the proportions harmonious throughout. It is ready to serve as the centrepiece of a classical interior, home, or restoration project.
Shelf: 14.6cm (37cm) deep, 57.5cm (146cm) long
Overall height: 43.3cm (110cm)
Opening: 40.9cm (104cm) wide x 33.7cm (85.5cm) tall
Style: Italian Empire, Neoclassical
Period: Early 19th century
Materials: Black marble with contrasting carved stone embellishments
Features: Laurel swag carving, central oval medallion, rosette end blocks
Condition: Excellent, sharp carved detail, beautifully patinated
