By Atelier Jouvence Custom Stoneworks
Located in Chicago, IL
The Louis XV stone fireplace includes a curving top opening, typical of the 18th century Louis XV era in France. There are many variations of this fireplace style, but ours includes a detailed anthemion carving as the centerpiece of the lintel, with a subtle recessed frame to either side. The molding around the curving opening features more curves in the profile. Ornate legs turn out at 45 degrees, with a smaller scrolled detail at the top, followed by a carved shell, and then into another larger scrolling, curved section...
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2010s American Louis XV Fireplaces and Mantels