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Circa 1400 Henry VIII Armorial Coat of Arms Fire Place Dieu Et Mon Droit Signed
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Circa 1400 Henry VIII Armorial Coat of Arms Fire Place Dieu Et Mon Droit Signed

15th century
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Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning ornately carved circa 1400 Henry VIII Armorial Crest Coat of Arms fireplace with Dieu Et Mon Droit (French for God and my right) carved in the front and the initials WP AP carved into the rear.

Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price

What can I say about this amazing fireplace! It came from a 15th century cottage in Tunbridge Wells, it was owned by an author who actually wrote an article in the 70's about this fireplace.

I've had this fully restored as it was in a bit of a sorry state, there had been damp running down the back and termites a very long time ago, I had all the bad wood routed out and new timber spliced in, the horn for the unicorn was missing so I have one hand carved which was a feat on its own. The side pillars had rotten at the base so I've had two new ones made, I still have the originals which the new owner is welcome to. Luckily the front carving of the Lion, Unicorn and middle shield was all in amazing condition for the age

Dimensions

Height:- 195cm

Width:- 178cm

Depth:- 45cm back to the wall to the front of the unicorn

Dimensions inside

Height:- 123cm

Width:- 148cm

Depth:- 18cm to the base plinth

Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask

Any questions please feel free to ask.

Physical Dimensions
Height
123cm (48.43")
Width
148cm (58.27")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Royal House Antiques has dated this Armorial Cast Iron Fireplace to the 15th century.

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SA944405
Description
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning ornately carved circa 1400 Henry VIII Armorial Crest Coat of Arms fireplace with Dieu Et Mon Droit (French for God and my right) carved in the front and the initials WP AP carved into the rear.
fig 1. A heavy dark cast iron fireplace surround featuring a central royal coat of arms flanked by lion supporters and an inscribed banner below.
fig 1. Circa 1400 Henry VIII Armorial Coat of Arms Fire Place Dieu Et Mon Droit Signed

Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price

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What can I say about this amazing fireplace! It came from a 15th century cottage in Tunbridge Wells, it was owned by an author who actually wrote an article in the 70's about this fireplace.
Royal House Antiques
fig 2. A heavy dark cast iron fireplace surround featuring a central royal coat of arms flanked by lion supporters and an inscribed banner below.
fig 2. Circa 1400 Henry VIII Armorial Coat of Arms Fire Place Dieu Et Mon Droit Signed

I've had this fully restored as it was in a bit of a sorry state, there had been damp running down the back and termites a very long time ago, I had all the bad wood routed out and new timber spliced in, the horn for the unicorn was missing so I have one hand carved which was a feat on its own. The side pillars had rotten at the base so I've had two new ones made, I still have the originals which the new owner is welcome to. Luckily the front carving of the Lion, Unicorn and middle shield was all in amazing condition for the age

fig 3. A heavy dark cast iron fireplace surround featuring a central royal coat of arms flanked by lion supporters and an inscribed banner below.
fig 3. Circa 1400 Henry VIII Armorial Coat of Arms Fire Place Dieu Et Mon Droit Signed

Dimensions

Height:- 195cm

Width:- 178cm

Depth:- 45cm back to the wall to the front of the unicorn

Dimensions inside

Height:- 123cm

Width:- 148cm

Depth:- 18cm to the base plinth

Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask

Any questions please feel free to ask.

Height
123cm (48.43")
Width
148cm (58.27")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Royal House Antiques has dated this Armorial Cast Iron Fireplace to the 15th century.

Reference Numbers
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SA944405
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2021

Royal house antiques is a privately-owned family ran company founded in wimbledon in 2012 by husband and wife james and iris thorpe

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West Sussex
RH20 1DF
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A heavy dark cast iron fireplace surround featuring a central royal coat of arms flanked by lion supporters and an inscribed banner below.
CIRCA 1400 HENRY VIII ARMORIAL COAT OF ARMS FIRE PLACE DIEU ET MON DROIT SIGNED
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A heavy dark cast iron fireplace surround featuring a central royal coat of arms flanked by lion supporters and an inscribed banner below.
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Armorial motifs featuring coats of arms were widely used from the medieval period through the 19th century to display lineage, royal allegiance, or family heritage. In architectural ironwork, these heraldic symbols served as prominent decorative headers over hearths in stately homes and halls.

Traditional cast iron surrounds were made by pouring molten iron into carved sand moulds. This casting process allowed for intricate relief details, including heraldic figures, banners, and decorative crests, creating heavy and durable architectural elements.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-finished casting details, natural surface oxidisation, and structural seam lines characteristic of traditional sand-casting methods. Wear marks around the hearth edges and aged patina on the rear of the casting also indicate historic usage.

An armorial fire surround creates a dramatic structural focal point when framed against neutral plastered walls or exposed brickwork. Pairing dark ironwork with contemporary minimalist furnishings creates a compelling balance of historic architecture and modern design.

Clean the surface gently using a soft bristle brush or dry cloth to remove loose dust. Apply a dedicated iron wax or graphite polish to protect the metal from moisture, prevent surface rust, and maintain a rich dark finish.
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