Webberley Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
This is a Victorian reproduction of an early 17th century fireback. The original would have been pressed into sand to create the mould and the molten metal poured over. This is how firebacks have been made since their earliest appearance in the 15th century. After the Great Fire of London, it was made mandatory to have a fire grate to contain the fire.
The central column with leafy capital and entwined ivy leaf decoration.
In good order throughout, no weakness, extremely heavy and ready for use.
Dimensions are:
22.25 inches high, 24.25 inches wide and approximately 1 inch deep.
For metric please multiply by 2.5
Webberley Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Specialists in 18th century and earlier furniture for more than 45 years
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19th Century Iron Fireback of 17th Century Design
