Antique 18th-century Louis XIV mantelpiece in Pierre de Bourgogne limestone

This authentic 18th-century fireplace is crafted from Pierre de Bourgogne, a high-quality French limestone in a light cream hue. The design is characteristic of the Louis XIV style, recognizable by its clean yet graceful lines and the central shell cartouche at the heart of the slightly arched frieze.

The mantelpiece rests on robust, profiled jambs with an elegantly curved console shape. A striking feature of this particular piece is the hand-carved inscriptions and marks in the stone. These historical graffiti, including letters and geometric markings, lend the piece a unique, lived-in character.

Dimensions:
Height: 119 cm
Width: 73 cm
Depth: 41 cm

Inner dimensions:
Height 99 cm
Width: 141 cm