2002/923 Ohio White Pine Fan Carved Mantel c.1815-1825

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A fine and rare Western Reserve white pine fireplace mantelpiece. The mantel is reported to have been removed from a residence in the Cleveland area which was built by the Connecticut migration in the 1815-1825 period. The vertical opening indicates that it might originally have been used for a Rumford type of fireplace construction. This example is a folk art interpretation of the Federal motives of a 10 or 15 year earlier period found in southern Connecticut. The frieze is mounted with 3 tablets, between which are 2 incised ovals. The center tablet has 4 hand-carved fan devices of finest quality having central fluting and raised apex terminals. The end tablets are mounted with finely drawn molding which matches applied pilasters to the legs or jambs. Most rare, the plinths below the pilasters are incised with 3 fan devices each. The mantel shelf is arcaded. Below is a cavato trim. The mantel or hearth opening is trimmed with a half-round section and inner stop. All in all, a fine and rare folk art example. The mantel has been hand cleaned of all old paint buildup, woodwork repairs have been made as necessary and a rich hand rubbed patina finish applied. Should you wish to paint the mantel, use a soft cloth with turpentine to remove any wax from the surface of the mantel prior to painting.
This mantel should be installed by your mechanic in accordance with all local fire and building codes.

Length of Shelf: 57.5", Length of Body: 52", Length of Opening: 38"
Height of Opening: 40.25", Height Overall: 60", Depth of Shelf: 6.5"

Item Details

Reference #:
1279
Quantity
1
Category
Furniture & Furnishings
SubCategory
Architectural Garden
Department
Antiques (approx100yrs)
Year
not known
Dimensions
(Width x Height X Depth)
x x
Weight
Unknown
Condition
Material