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George III Pine and Carved Gesso Edinburgh Mantelpiece
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George III Pine and Carved Gesso Edinburgh Mantelpiece

19th century
Description

Circa 1890. A large pitch pine and gesso mantelpiece of classic Edinburgh design, the shaped flat top with a stylish decorated frieze with drapes, beadings and trellis work, the frieze with carved acorns the large central panel with foliate carving draping from top to bottom, with each one flanked

by fluted sections, all the internal fore-edges have beadings of various shapes, the two uprights headed by foliate carved acanthus leaves in gesso with fluted uprights finishing on a block base. The mantelpiece has been hand stripped and waxed.

150cm High, 180cm Wide, internal 116cm High, 131cm Wide 162

Physical Dimensions
Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
180cm (70.87")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this George III Pine Mantelpiece to the 1890s.

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SA1209815
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35011
Description
Circa 1890. A large pitch pine and gesso mantelpiece of classic Edinburgh design, the shaped flat top with a stylish decorated frieze with drapes, beadings and trellis work, the frieze with carved acorns the large central panel with foliate carving draping from top to bottom, with each one flanked
“
by fluted sections, all the internal fore-edges have beadings of various shapes, the two uprights headed by foliate carved acanthus leaves in gesso with fluted uprights finishing on a block base.
Georgian Antiques

The mantelpiece has been hand stripped and waxed.

150cm High, 180cm Wide, internal 116cm High, 131cm Wide 162

Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
180cm (70.87")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this George III Pine Mantelpiece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1209815
Dealers Internal Ref
35011
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A George III carved pine and gesso fireplace surround featuring fluted jambs, classical urn motifs, and a detailed frieze.
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Archive I A George III carved pine and gesso fireplace surround featuring fluted jambs, classical urn motifs, and a detailed frieze.

George III Pine and Carved Gesso Edinburgh Mantelpiece

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A George III carved pine and gesso fireplace surround featuring fluted jambs, classical urn motifs, and a detailed frieze.
George III Pine and Carved Gesso Edinburgh Mantelpiece
Ref: SA1209815
A George III carved pine and gesso fireplace surround featuring fluted jambs, classical urn motifs, and a detailed frieze.
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George III style fireplace surrounds, prominent from 1760 to 1820, are defined by Neoclassical architectural proportions, influenced by architects like Robert Adam. Common motifs include urns, swags, fluted pilasters, and classical friezes.

Georgian mantelpieces were typically constructed using native softwoods like pine or hardwoods like mahogany, often finished with applied composition moulding or gesso. Higher-end examples featured carved marble, stone, or painted detailing.

Authentic 18th-century gesso mantelpieces display hand-carved pine joinery underneath, irregular hand-cut nail construction, and layers of historical paint or natural timber patination. The gesso decoration often shows subtle crackle or wear consistent with age and heat exposure.

A period pine mantelpiece serves as a structural focal point on a neutral feature wall. Pairing stripped timber with modern minimalist cast-iron grates, slate hearths, or contemporary artwork above creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Maintain pine and gesso fire surrounds by dusting with a dry, soft-bristled brush to avoid damaging delicate gesso relief work. Keep moisture and harsh chemical cleansers away from unsealed timber and apply a light clear beeswax to preserve the natural wood patina.
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