Antique Fireplaces
Antique fireplaces are a specialty at Chesneys, offering a diverse collection of British and Continental chimneypieces from 1690 to 1920. Each chimneypiece and grate in the collection is distinguished by a meticulous approach to conservation, with detailed condition reports provided to prospective buyers outlining any restoration work undertaken.
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Antique Fireplaces are a truly unique and grand addition to any home, can only be seen via appointment - speak to The Living Fire Centre today and we can help arrange this for you.
Regency Antique
Elegant simplicity defines the Regency style, and Chesneys offers a collection of chimneypieces from this period, crafted in various marbles. The understated design of these pieces complements both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Georgian Antique
Chesneys' Georgian Collection embodies the rich diversity of 18th-century architectural design, starting with the simplicity of the Queen Anne period, moving through the robust formality of Palladianism, and ending with the elegance of the Robert Adam-inspired neo-classical movement.
Victorian Antique
The Chesneys collection of Victorian chimneypieces encompasses the diverse range of designs that were popular throughout the era, from modest domestic styles to the most exuberant examples.
French & Italian Antique
Continental chimneypieces contrast with their British counterparts through their generally more landscape proportions, featuring wider, lower apertures and often showcasing flamboyant rococo influences. These designs frequently utilize a diverse selection of beautifully colored marbles.