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Sold item - Cast iron fireback with Unicorns (Reference 9447)
Beautiful cast iron fireback form 1727 representing a marquis crown supported by two unicorns flanking a shield framed by curves and bearing unidentified arms: above left, a lion and three stars and right, a tree. On either sides are two escutcheons with what seems to read as an H and an O, dated 1729 above. The composition of the fireback is carved in a strong relief.
Origin
France 18th century
Dimensions
| Width | Height | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3' 7'' ¾ | 2' 11'' ⅞ |
Condition
Good condition.