Style Louis XV / Ref.10299
Cast iron fireback with Diana or Luna
Dimensions
Width: 96 cm / 37'' ¾
Height: 80 cm / 31'' ½
Depth: 3 cm / 1'' ⅛
Origin:
18th Century, France
Status:
In good condition.
This Louis XV style cast iron fireback was made in the 18th century.
In a central cartouche, a mythological goddess is depicted talking with bearded men crowned with laurels. A moon crescent on her forehead refers to Diana (Artemis in Greek) or Luna (Selene in Greek), two goddesses connected with the moon.
18th century ornaments are surrounding this scene : grid alternating florets, bearded old profiles, acanthus and scrolls.
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