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Pine Mantlepiece
Michael Young Antiques
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Pine Mantlepiece

18th century
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Early 18th Century George II Pine Mantlepiece. All Carved in wood with egg and dart border, dentiled cornice with carved shell. £12,000.

Physical Dimensions
Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
173cm (68.11")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
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Michael Young Antiques has dated this Carved Pine Fireplace Surround to the 18th Century.

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SA978304
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Description
Early 18th Century George II Pine Mantlepiece. All Carved in wood with egg and dart border, dentiled cornice with carved shell. £12,000.
Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
173cm (68.11")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Michael Young Antiques has dated this Carved Pine Fireplace Surround to the 18th Century.

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SA978304
Michael Young Antiques
Michael Young Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Michael young antiques was established in 1887 in scotland and has generations of experience of the fine art and antique trade.

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Michael Young Antiques

Michael Young Antiques
Telephone 01738 860001
Location
Main Street
Glencarse
Perth
Scotland
PH2 7LX
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/michaelyoungantiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
Michael Young Antiques
Michael Young Antiques
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Location: Main Street, Glencarse, Perth, Scotland, PH2 7LX, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/michaelyoungantiques
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A carved wooden fireplace surround made from pine featuring a central shell carving and dentil moulding along the mantel shelf.
Pine Mantlepiece
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A carved wooden fireplace surround made from pine featuring a central shell carving and dentil moulding along the mantel shelf.
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Georgian pine mantelpieces typically feature classical architectural proportions, geometric moulding, and hand-carved central motifs such as scallop shells, urns, or swags. Originally designed to be painted to imitate stone or marble, pine became a favoured material during the eighteenth century due to its workability.

Period pine fireplace surrounds were constructed using solid softwood, joining carved pilasters, a lintel, and a projecting shelf using traditional mortise and tenon joinery. Carved details were either executed directly into the timber or applied as carved wood or gesso composition accents.

Authentic period pine mantelpieces show signs of hand-planing, original mortise-and-tenon construction, and historical paint residue in deeper crevices. The underside and back of the timber typically exhibit natural darkening and age-related oxidation consistent with historic fireplace installations.

A stripped pine surround provides warm, organic texture when set against neutral plaster or dark painted focal walls in contemporary living areas. It can frame a functional stove, a decorative tiled hearth, or an arrangement of pillar candles and logs.

To preserve natural pine, clean gently with a soft microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical liquid cleaners that disrupt the surface finish. Applying a thin coat of clear beeswax once or twice a year helps protect the wood grain and maintain its natural patina.
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