Cheminée victorienne en pierre de Portland

A Victorian architectural form Portland Stone bolection fireplace surround, with moulded shelf set above plain frieze, the opening surrounded by shallow ogee moulded frame, raised on shaped block feet. English, late nineteenth century. The arrangement of the bolection mould frame and the unadorned frieze capped by the shelf takes note from early George II architectural styles and was popular for use surrounding the fenestration of buildings of the period. Examples of this treatment can be found in such publications as ' A Book of Architecture, Containing Designs Of Buildings And Ornaments. By James Gibbs.' (London, 1728). Portland Stone originates from the Isle of Portland in the English Channel. The material is synonymous with London being used extensively throughout the built environment throughout the ages with evidence of its use by The Romans. It is an Oolitic Limestone from the Late Jurassic period which gives it an astonishing approximate age of 150 millions years old. At Arlington Works all our fireplaces are prepared and restored in our workshops here in London to the very best standards and are ready for installation and use. We are also able to offer a full supply and fit service for our fireplaces within Great Britain and are happy to discuss options for hearths and interior firebox finishes. Please contact us for a quote. Measurements. Width 63½” / 161.5cm. Height 51¾” / 131.5cm. Depth 6” / 15cm. Opening height 37” / 94cm. Opening width 48⅞” / 124cm. Width at base 61½” / 156cm.