Fine Furniture, Decorative Arts and Silver

In decent, stable condition overall. The marble fireplace is comprised of six parts. Scattered cracks to the marble throughout, the longest of which is 11 3/4 inches on the proper-right side. General surface wear to the edges of the marble, particularly evident to the top. The top does not rest perfectly flush along the support on the proper-right side. Areas of repair to the underlying elements of the top. The two tied ribbons from which the floral garland is suspended are loose. The gilt bronze mounts have a fairly even, bright patina. Overall height: 45 1/8 inches. Overall width of top: 55 1/8 inches. Height of opening: 35 3/8 inches. Width of opening: 36 1/4 inches.

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