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Sa006 Large Victorian Hand-carved Mahogany Detailed Chimney Piece Fireplace Surround.
Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien
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Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien

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Sa006 Large Victorian Hand-carved Mahogany Detailed Chimney Piece Fireplace Surround.

19th century
Description

Large Victorian Hand-carved Mahogany Detailed Chimney Piece Fireplace Surround.

This listing is for one large Victorian, beautifully hand-carved, solid mahogany chimney piece fireplace surround; Featuring dog tooth & corbel camphor leaf detailing (see photos).

Approximate Measurements:

Overall Height: 136cm / 53.5"

Overall Width: 190.5cm / 75"

Depth: 33cm / 13"

Outside leg to leg distance: 165cm / 65"

Interior Height: 99.5cm / 39 1/4"

Interior Width: 101cm / 39 3/4"

Full installation service available at an additional cost.

All my items are available to view in showrooms near York.

Please contact to arrange a viewing.

Collection is preferred due to the weight. Alternatively delivery can be arranged at an additional cost (please provide your full postcode for a quote) or you are welcome to arrange your own courier. Please contact me within 48 hours of purchase to arrange.

Physical Dimensions
Height
136cm (53.54")
Width
190.5cm (75.00")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien has dated this Victorian Mahogany Fireplace Surround to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA930478
Dealers Internal Reference
SA006 / MAHOGANY
Description
Large Victorian Hand-carved Mahogany Detailed Chimney Piece Fireplace Surround.
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This listing is for one large Victorian, beautifully hand-carved, solid mahogany chimney piece fireplace surround; Featuring dog tooth & corbel camphor leaf detailing (see photos).
Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien
fig 1. A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze.
fig 1. Sa006 Large Victorian Hand-carved Mahogany Detailed Chimney Piece Fireplace Surround.

Approximate Measurements:

Overall Height: 136cm / 53.5"

Overall Width: 190.5cm / 75"

Depth: 33cm / 13"

Outside leg to leg distance: 165cm / 65"

Interior Height: 99.5cm / 39 1/4"

Interior Width: 101cm / 39 3/4"

fig 2. A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze.
fig 2. Sa006 Large Victorian Hand-carved Mahogany Detailed Chimney Piece Fireplace Surround.

Full installation service available at an additional cost.

All my items are available to view in showrooms near York.

Please contact to arrange a viewing.

Collection is preferred due to the weight. Alternatively delivery can be arranged at an additional cost (please provide your full postcode for a quote) or you are welcome to arrange your own courier. Please contact me within 48 hours of purchase to arrange.

Height
136cm (53.54")
Width
190.5cm (75.00")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien has dated this Victorian Mahogany Fireplace Surround to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA930478
Dealers Internal Ref
SA006 / MAHOGANY
Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien
Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2019

Welcome to abacus fireplaces & st julien we offer items from a wide range of eras. Specializing in fireplaces, door furniture & lighting.

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A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze.
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Archive I A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze.

SA006 Large Victorian Hand-carved Mahogany Detailed Chimney Piece Fireplace Surround.

Archive II A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze. View II
Archive III A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze. View III
Archive IV A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze. View IV
Archive V A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze. View V
Archive VI A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze. View VIII
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Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien

Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien
Telephone 01759 318 575
Location
Thornton
Melbourne
East Riding of Yorkshire
YO42 4SE
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/abacusstjulien
Verified Since Feb 2019
Items For Sale 96
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Abacus Fireplaces and St Julien
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A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze.
SA006 Large Victorian Hand-carved Mahogany Detailed Chimney Piece Fireplace Surround.
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A Victorian carved mahogany fireplace surround featuring prominent acanthus leaf corbels, bead moulding, and a carved central frieze.
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A Victorian mahogany fireplace surround is characterised by its substantial proportion, rich dark timber finish, and ornate classical carvings. Common design elements include dramatic acanthus leaf corbels, egg-and-dart or bead mouldings, and carved frieze panels above the opening.

Victorian chimney pieces were typically constructed from solid dense hardwoods like Cuban or Honduran mahogany, often built over a softwood carcass. Hand-carved decorative elements, mortise and tenon joinery, and traditional shellac or French polish finishes were standard techniques of the era.

Authentic Victorian pieces show natural hand-carving variations rather than uniform machine work, along with original wood shrinkage, historic patination, and traditional joinery techniques on the reverse. The back boards often display rough-sawn timber texture and age-appropriate oxidisation.

A Victorian fire surround can be integrated into a modern space by pairing it with a simple tile insert or clean cast iron grate. Positioned against muted wall paint, the rich mahogany tones create a grounded architectural focal point without overwhelming contemporary furnishings.

To preserve the timber, keep the surround clean using a soft, lint-free cloth and apply high-quality beeswax sparingly along the grain. Avoid harsh chemical cleansers or placing high heat sources directly adjacent to unshielded wood surfaces.
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