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Antique Fireback/ Backsplash "Hercules and Omphale"
About the Item
A beautiful square cast iron Louis XV fireback or backsplash from the 18th century. Displaying the spell of Omphale, Queen of Lydia.
Hercules is spinning the wool, spindle and distaff in hand at Omphale's feet.
The beautiful original condition, scale and crisp decorations make this a very nice usable fireback or backsplash.
It can be placed an a real burning fire or behind a nice big stove.
- Dimensions:Height: 39.57 in (100.5 cm)Width: 39.57 in (100.5 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
- Style:Louis XV (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Iron,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:18th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The beautiful original condition , scale and crisp decorations make this a very nice usable fireback or backsplash.
- Seller Location:Haarlem, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 17151stDibs: LU1002514784961
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