Marble Fireplace

A white marble fireplace mantel with a deep rounded moulding that sweeps inward toward the firebox in one continuous curve, listed among our new limestone fireplace mantels. Solid block feet carry the upper section and keep the piece grounded while the curved moulding does the talking. The marble is milky white crossed by charcoal and storm gray veining that follows the curves, and the polished surface catches light softly without glare.

It measures 58 1/2 inches wide, 6 1/2 inches deep and 50 inches high, with an opening about 39 3/4 inches wide and 40 inches high. This is new stone, selected from a European workshop, and it ships in sections with a setting drawing for the mason. The slim depth suits a chimney breast that barely projects.

It suits a formal living room, a primary bedroom, a library or a sitting room where its curves can be the one sculptural element, with lime plaster, warm oak, antique brass or dark iron around it. Set against a matte wall it stands forward, and a fire deepens the shadows in the veining. Next to a limestone fireplace mantel in relief it is the quieter choice. See it by appointment in Marina Del Rey, or ask for photographs and a quote.