Heavy Antique Public House Fire Back, English Hearth Reflector, Georgian, C.1800

Our Stock # 25669

This is a heavy antique public house fire back. An English, cast iron hearth reflector, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

• Admirably substantial example, with relief personalised for a Royal Oak public house
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
• Resplendent in appealing black tonality from the consistent graphite finish
• Seriously heavy, weighing approximately 100kg plus for further decades of duty
  
  
• Wonderful relief casting of a mighty oak tree adorns the fascia
• Profuse branch and root detail spreads across the reflector
• Sash ribbon to the base of the trunk reads The Royal Oak, a classically British tavern name
• Estimates suggest there are over 450 public houses with the Royal Oak name in Britain today
• A trio of crowns pair with the GR royal cypher, signifying George III (reign: 1760 - 1820)

This is a fascinating antique public house fire back, with a pleasingly robust construction and charming tavern detail. Ideal for the country house setting, or within a public house of the same name. Delivered ready for the fireplace.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 88cm (34.75'')
Max Depth: 4cm (1.5'')
Max Height: 73.5cm (29'')