Regency Statuary Marble Fireplace Surround

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An early-to-mid nineteenth century Regency period fireplace surround in Statuary marble, the shelf with single reed above fielded panel frieze … Read more An early-to-mid nineteenth century Regency period fireplace surround in Statuary marble, the shelf with single reed above fielded panel frieze and jambs, the corner-blockings depicting bunched flowers, all raised on block feet.

English, c.1820

After the intricacy of Neo-Classicism fell out of favour, a more simplified approach in the Grecian manner was taken to fireplaces. Significantly plainer surrounds were admired and white marble was considered the most appropriate material for such ‘Athenian’ designs.

The carved blocks of this fireplace surround could be interpreted as a celebration of the coming of Spring, the flowers chosen being typical of the period; primrose, snowdrops and to the centre, tulips.

Measurements

Width 66⅛” / 168cm

Height 47⅝” / 121cm

Depth 10¼” / 26cm

Opening height 39⅜” / 100cm

Opening width 38½” / 98cm See less