Torichelli Limestone Mantel

A new limestone fireplace mantel of monumental size, the Torichelli: massive scrolls in deep relief sweep across the central frieze toward floral rosettes at each end, and the heavy support pillars taper downward with sharp architectural lines against the organic curves above. The stone is weathered parchment, warm sand and aged ivory in color, finely honed but showing the natural pitted character of the block. It is dense and cool under the hand.

It measures 85 inches wide, 22 inches deep and 75 inches high, with an opening 57 inches wide and 59 inches high. The 22-inch shelf is unusually deep. This is new stone, selected from the European workshop that makes all of our new French mantels, and the design can be ordered to a custom opening. It ships in many pieces with a full setting drawing, and the hearth must be sized for the weight.

It frames a wide hearth in a double-height library, a ballroom, a Mediterranean villa, or an entry hall large enough to hold it; charcoal plaster walls and large-format limestone floors suit it. The limestone fireplace mantel can be seen by appointment in Marina Del Rey, or we will send photographs and a quote for delivery and setting.