SOLD American Victorian fireplace mantel in slate, Circa 1885

Antiques : Mantels, Fireplaces : Eastlake/Aesthetic Movement

 

Circa 1885. Handsome American Victorian fireplace mantel in slate. A wonderful example of 19th century Eastlake/Aesthetic Movement design, done in a fine variegated grey and soft green stone and gilded, incised "Modern Gothic" detail. Cleaned, polished and waxed, complete and ready to mount. Fine condition with only a few minor nicks to the edges. Mantel top is 60"wide x 11" deep. Complete overall height is 45 1/2". Body is 52" wide x 6 1/2" deep. Opening is 32" tall x 28" wide.

Item ID: 000568