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Heavy Antique Decorative Fire Back, English, Fireplace Reflector, Georgian, 1800
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Heavy Antique Decorative Fire Back, English, Fireplace Reflector, Georgian, 1800

18th century
Description

This is a heavy antique decorative fire back. An English, cast iron fireplace reflector with Lion Rampant relief, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Superb relief decor accentuates this substantial fire back

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Quality cast iron. and pleasingly robust

Good, consistent graphite finish with dark hues

Relief cast horse and rider, with prominent lion head mask

This is an eye-catching antique decorative fire back, with a distinctive mounted rider to the centre. Delivered polished and ready for the fireplace.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 56cm (22'')

Max Depth: 6cm (2.25'')

Max Height: 71.5cm (28.25'')

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Physical Dimensions
Height
71.5cm (28.15")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Cast Iron Fire Back to the Georgian era.

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SA1009871
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18.9476
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Description
This is a heavy antique decorative fire back.
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An English, cast iron fireplace reflector with Lion Rampant relief, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.
London Fine Antiques

Superb relief decor accentuates this substantial fire back

fig 1. A dark cast iron Georgian fireback decorated with an equestrian relief figure surrounded by detailed foliate and scroll cresting.
fig 1. Heavy Antique Decorative Fire Back, English, Fireplace Reflector, Georgian, 1800

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Quality cast iron. and pleasingly robust

Good, consistent graphite finish with dark hues

Relief cast horse and rider, with prominent lion head mask

This is an eye-catching antique decorative fire back, with a distinctive mounted rider to the centre. Delivered polished and ready for the fireplace.

fig 2. A dark cast iron Georgian fireback decorated with an equestrian relief figure surrounded by detailed foliate and scroll cresting.
fig 2. Heavy Antique Decorative Fire Back, English, Fireplace Reflector, Georgian, 1800

Dimensions:

Max Width: 56cm (22'')

Max Depth: 6cm (2.25'')

Max Height: 71.5cm (28.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 3. A dark cast iron Georgian fireback decorated with an equestrian relief figure surrounded by detailed foliate and scroll cresting.
fig 3. Heavy Antique Decorative Fire Back, English, Fireplace Reflector, Georgian, 1800

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Height
71.5cm (28.15")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Cast Iron Fire Back to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1009871
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9476
London Fine Antiques
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Archive I A dark cast iron Georgian fireback decorated with an equestrian relief figure surrounded by detailed foliate and scroll cresting.

Heavy Antique Decorative Fire Back, English, Fireplace Reflector, Georgian, 1800

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A dark cast iron Georgian fireback decorated with an equestrian relief figure surrounded by detailed foliate and scroll cresting.
Heavy Antique Decorative Fire Back, English, Fireplace Reflector, Georgian, 1800
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A dark cast iron Georgian fireback decorated with an equestrian relief figure surrounded by detailed foliate and scroll cresting.
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  • ObjectFirebacks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialCast Iron
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsEquestrian figure, Scrollwork cresting, Foliate border, Mask detail
  • SizeH 71.5 cm (28 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

This heavy antique decorative fire back originates from England and dates to the Georgian period, around 1800. Formed as a fireplace reflector, the substantial piece is cast from iron with a consistent dark black graphite finish and displays a desirable aged patina. The robust front surface exhibits detailed relief decoration centred upon an equestrian figure of a horse and rider. Surrounding this central mounted rider are ornate foliate borders, scrollwork cresting, and a prominent lion head mask near the top arch. The heavy metal plate measures 71.5 cm high, 56 cm wide, and 6 cm deep. In a modern home, this practical and decorative fire back suits installation within a traditional working open fireplace or hearth as a reflector and backplate. The robust cast iron construction withstands regular use while providing visual character to a living room, dining room, or study styled with an English country house aesthetic. The dark hues and sculptural relief work contribute a classic period accent to traditional interior schemes.

FAQs

A fireback is a heavy iron plate positioned against the rear wall of an open fireplace to shield the masonry from heat damage. It absorbs thermal energy from the flames and radiates heat back into the room, improving heating efficiency.

Georgian firebacks were made using sand casting techniques, where molten iron was poured into sand moulds impressed with hand-carved wooden patterns. This method produced dense iron plates with raised relief designs and textured surfaces.

Authentic period firebacks display uneven plate thickness, sand-grain texture on the reverse, and subtle surface pitting caused by historical heat exposure. Modern reproductions often show uniform thickness and smoother, less defined relief details.

A fireback can be installed inside an active fireplace or wood burner recess to protect brickwork. Alternatively, it can be mounted as wall art in a hallway, kitchen, or garden wall as an architectural feature.

To maintain cast iron, clean away ash with a stiff brush and apply black grate polish or graphite paste to protect the iron from oxidisation. Avoid using water or liquid cleaners, and gently rub any light surface rust with fine wire wool before repolishing.
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