Antique Carved Oak Fireplace By Guéret Frères
Stock No
30040
2019
- £5,375.00
- €6,501 Euro
- $6,729 US Dollar
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Item Description
A beautiful antique carved oak fireplace by Guéret Frères. This elegant fire surround features deep, bold neoclassical style carving and intricate mouldings throughout. The corbels showcase foliage on thickly carved jambs. A striking statement feature for the main room of any period property.
Stamped to the rear; GUERET FRES 246 RUE DE LAFAYETTE PARIS
Guéret Frères
Guéret Frères, the cabinet making firm, was founded in 1853 and continued production until the end of the 19th century.
From 1855 onwards, it exhibited regularly at international exhibitions and often won medals.
They exhibited at the International Exhibitions of 1855, 1867 and 1878 specialising in all types of furniture in the traditional Louis XV and XVI styles. A finely carved cabinet by Guerét Fréres is in the permanent collection of the V&A, London (W. 17-1980).
Guéret Frères based their designs on revivals of 18th-century and earlier styles. The decoration of this fireplace follows the Louis XV style.
Several of their drawings are kept in the permanent collection of the Musee des Arts decoratifs, Paris.
ADDITIONAL DIMENSIONS
Opening Height 94cm (37in)
Opening Width 110.5cm (43.5in)
Width between outside of foot blocks 162.5cm (63.98in)
CONDITION REPORT
Good structural condition. Several layers of old paint. Minor knocks and abrasions associated with previous use.
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Herefordshire, Worcestershire
Item Dimensions
H: 121cm W: 185.5cm D: 33.5cm
Period
Circa 1870-77
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Herefordshire, Worcestershire
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)1981 541155
+44 (0)778 6916288
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