{"product_id":"french-napoleon-iii-brass-fireplace-fender-with-lions-19th-century","title":"French Napoleon III Brass Fireplace Fender with Lions, 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking French Napoleon III fireplace fender in cast brass, dating from the second half of the 19th century. Richly decorated with opposing lions, scrolling acanthus foliage, mask motifs, shells and a central rocaille cartouche, the piece retains its iron structural supports to the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach end is formed as a tall ornamental upright rising above scrolling acanthus work, with finely modelled lion figures standing prominently to either side. The uprights are further decorated with expressive mask motifs, shells and classical ornament, while the pierced central rail is finished with a substantial rocaille-style cartouche. The combination of lions, scrolling foliage and architectural detailing gives the piece a particularly impressive presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brass has developed a beautifully varied surface over time, with areas of warm golden colour alongside darker oxidation and wear that accentuate the depth of the casting. The reverse retains its iron structural supports, giving an interesting view of the traditional construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to sit across the front of a fireplace, this antique French fireplace fender works particularly well in a period interior, grand country house setting or as a decorative architectural feature in a more contemporary room. Its scale is substantial enough to make an impact without overwhelming a standard fireplace opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced in: \u003cem\u003eSouth West France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAge: \u003cem\u003e1850-1899\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: \u003cem\u003eBrass\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes them special: \u003cem\u003eThe striking opposing lions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrench Napoleon III Brass Fireplace Fender with Lions Details: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eOverall height: 16\" \/ 40.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWidth of each end section: 10.2\" \/ 26 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLength of connecting bar: 28.7\" \/ 73 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHeight of bar at central cartouche: 5.5\" \/ 14 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWeight: 14.1 lbs \/ 6.4 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCondition: In good antique condition with general signs of age and use, including surface wear, oxidation, minor spotting and natural variation to the brass finish. The iron supports to the reverse show expected oxidation. Wear consistent with age and use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWe have more vintage and antique decorative accents available \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamaisondebelasyse.com\/collections\/decorative-accents\" title=\"Antique and Vintage Decorative Accents\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Maison de Belasyse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59609384714585,"sku":"857","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1145\/0969\/files\/857p-napoleon-iii-gilt-bronze-fireplace-fender-lions-hearth-detail.jpg?v=1790609663","url":"https:\/\/lamaisondebelasyse.com\/it\/products\/french-napoleon-iii-brass-fireplace-fender-with-lions-19th-century","provider":"La Maison de Belasyse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}