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17th Century French 'Pillars of Hercules' Fireback / Backsplash

About the Item

17th century French fireplace fireback with two pillars of Hercules and three crosses. The pillar of Hercules stand for strength and the unknown. The fireback has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter. The condition is good, no cracks. All our products that weigh 66 kg / 146 lbs or more are shipped as standard door-to-door freight. The prices of freight have increased tremendously since Covid-19, especially when compared to express parcel delivery. Products that weigh less than 65 kg / 143 lbs are shipped as express parcel. Please contact us if you would like to see similar options weighing less than 65 kg / 143 lbs which can be shipped as express parcel. You can also contact us to find out the daily rate for a freight shipment of this fireback to your destination.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.04 in (89 cm)Width: 36.82 in (93.5 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    17th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The fireback is in a good condition and is fit for use in the fireplace or as a backsplash.
  • Seller Location:
    Amerongen, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: n36831stDibs: LU97379922051
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