19th-century oak castle fireplace

Majestic Castle Fireplace in Carved Solid Oak - 19th Century. Bring exceptional architectural character to your interior with this monumental 19th-century castle fireplace. Made from solid oak, this centrepiece impresses with its generous dimensions and the quality of its cabinetry. Inspired by neoclassicism, it features an elegantly structured design: * The frieze is adorned with moulded reserves and punctuated at the ends by two stunning sculpted relief foliage rosettes. * The cornice, particularly imposing and protruding (75 cm deep), is decorated with a frieze of ovals and refined mouldings. * The jambs consist of pilasters with fluted and reeded columns, resting on solid bases, giving the whole an air of balance and majesty. * The volute consoles under the mantel are finely carved with acanthus leaves. Condition: Good overall condition. The structure is sound and robust. The wood has a beautiful natural patina (or raw/stripped appearance depending on your current finish), ready to be waxed, varnished, or left as is for a chic wabi-sabi look. Overall Dimensions (External): * Height: 190 cm. * Width (at the shelf): 221 cm. * Depth (at the shelf/cornice): 75 cm. * Depth (at the base): 45 cm. Fireplace Dimensions (Internal): Ideal for a large insert or open fire. * Height under the frieze: 129 cm. * Width between jambs: 138 cm. This fireplace will fit perfectly in a large living room, a loft, a country house, or to adorn the hall of a hotel/restaurant, instantly bringing the elegance of grand French residences of the past. Note: the fireplace and its natural wood have been stripped using abrasive blasting.