Skip to main content
Items Similar to French Limestone Fireplace Mantel with Authentic Rustic Patina Remains
18th Century French Country Limestone Antique Fireplace Mantel
18th Century French Country Limestone Antique Fireplace Mantel
Rustic French Limestone Fireplace Mantel in Straight Form
Rustic French Limestone Fireplace Mantel in Straight Form
19th Century French Limestone Fireplace Mantel
19th Century French Limestone Fireplace Mantel
18th Century French Country Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround
18th Century French Country Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround
French Louis XIV Limestone Fireplace Mantel
French Louis XIV Limestone Fireplace Mantel
French Riviera Style Limestone Fireplace Surround With Patina
French Riviera Style Limestone Fireplace Surround With Patina
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 21

French Limestone Fireplace Mantel with Authentic Rustic Patina Remains

$8,060.84
£5,958.19
€8,265.51VAT Included
CA$11,185.62
A$11,386.98
CHF 6,557.59
MX$137,223.69
NOK 76,115.28
SEK 76,795.61
DKK 52,077.86

About the Item

An original French Louis XIV period antique fireplace surround from the 17th century, carved in limestone and enriched with authentic patina remains. This one-of-a-kind architectural element has a rare “perfect imperfect” character, where age, wear, texture and history become part of its beauty. The design is sober, strong and beautifully balanced, with straight jambs, a restrained horizontal frieze, recessed panel decoration and softly rounded corner movements. The composition reflects the quiet elegance of the Louis XIV period, while the rough textured limestone surface gives the mantel a deeply atmospheric and timeless rustic presence. The limestone shows natural colour variations in warm beige, soft sand, cream, pale taupe, grey mineral traces and aged patina accents. These subtle tonal differences, together with the preserved surface wear, create unique visual depth and a refined historic ambiance that cannot be reproduced by modern materials. This antique limestone fireplace surround integrates effortlessly with modern design, contemporary art, cosy timeless living spaces, mountain lodge interiors and elegant beach house projects. Its authentic surface brings warmth, soul and architectural integrity to both minimalist interiors and richly layered historic rooms. As a decorative architectural element, this unusual 17th century French mantel will always serve as a distinctive statement piece for collectors, architects and interior designers looking for authenticity, rustic elegance and timeless character. Dimensions: 124,5 cm Exterior Width 49.02 Inch 100 cm Exterior Height 39.37 Inch 100 cm Interior Width 39.37 Inch 80 cm Interior Height 31.50 Inch 21 cm Depth Tablet 8.27 Inch 30 cm Depth Tablet+ 11.81 Inch 41 cm Depth Jambs 16.14 Inch 246 Kg Condition: The wear and condition are consistent with age and use. Ready for installation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 49.22 in (125 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Limestone,Sandstone,Stone,Hand-Carved,Polychromed
  • Period:
    17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Repaired: minor. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Beervelde, BE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 66721stDibs: LU1124250254722

More From This Seller

View All
Antique Fireplace Mantel In Limestone With Patina For Elegant Homedecor

Antique Fireplace Mantel In Limestone With Patina For Elegant Homedecor

Antique Fireplace Mantel In Limestone With Patina For Elegant Homedecor

Located in Beervelde, BE

French country style stone fireplace surround with original green patina. 18th century period. LXVI style transition directoire. Imagine this- a crisp winter evening, a glass of champagne in hand, and the warm glow of a fire dancing in an antique stone fireplace surround...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Sandstone

French Riviera Style Limestone Fireplace Surround With Patina

French Riviera Style Limestone Fireplace Surround With Patina

French Riviera Style Limestone Fireplace Surround With Patina

Located in Beervelde, BE

18th century period fireplace surround in limestone. The patina is original from the multi-century layers. Authentic size and touch likely reflecting the light into the room. Measure...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone

Antique French Elegant Rustic Fireplace Mantel In Limestone With Patina

Antique French Elegant Rustic Fireplace Mantel In Limestone With Patina

Antique French Elegant Rustic Fireplace Mantel In Limestone With Patina

Located in Beervelde, BE

Original 18th century French grez limestone fireplace surround. The patina is exceptional. It reflects the light in the room and has a silky feeling when touching. Indisputably one o...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone, Limestone

19th Century Fine French Rustic Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround

19th Century Fine French Rustic Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround

19th Century Fine French Rustic Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround

Located in Beervelde, BE

A fine French rustic fireplace surround with remaining patina. Its Louis Philippe period style of the 19th century and condition is suitable for a French country living interior desi...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone

18th Century Rustic Hard Stone Fireplace With Exceptional Patina And Wear

18th Century Rustic Hard Stone Fireplace With Exceptional Patina And Wear

18th Century Rustic Hard Stone Fireplace With Exceptional Patina And Wear

Located in Beervelde, BE

This original 18th century French Louis XIV period rustic fireplace surround is a masterwork in bicolor hard stone, blending deep earthy tones with softer, weathered grey hues. Its e...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone

You May Also Like

Antique Mantel Piece of French Limestone from the 19th Century

Antique Mantel Piece of French Limestone from the 19th Century

Antique Mantel Piece of French Limestone from the 19th Century

Located in Made, NL

Beautiful antique fireplace in the style of Louis XIV. The original patina of this fireplace from the 19th century is still present with this mantel (fireplace). A characteristic fir...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone

Solid, Rustic French Limestone Fireplace Mantel 18th Century

Solid, Rustic French Limestone Fireplace Mantel 18th Century

Solid, Rustic French Limestone Fireplace Mantel 18th Century

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

This monumental 18th-century French Louis XIII fireplace is a commanding presence, distinguished by its powerful silhouette and restrained classical detailing. Carved from solid lime...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIII Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone, Limestone

French Limestone Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel

French Limestone Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel

French Limestone Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Very happy to offer this bi-color French Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel. Coming from the Burgundy area this warm colored limestone fireplace is unrestored and still has its original pat...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone

Rustic French Limestone Fireplace Mantel in Straight Form

Rustic French Limestone Fireplace Mantel in Straight Form

Rustic French Limestone Fireplace Mantel in Straight Form

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Rustic French Country Limestone Fireplace Mantel in Straight Form, 19th Century. Authentic, raw, and full of rustic soul — this straight-lined French country fireplace mantel, hand-...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Antique Limestone Fireplace Mantel

Antique Limestone Fireplace Mantel

Antique Limestone Fireplace Mantel

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

This limestone fireplace mantel features rich decoration with bold motifs, giving it a powerful and distinguished appearance. The frieze is adorned with diamond-shaped rosettes and...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone