Reclaimed Limestone Mantel

A reclaimed limestone fireplace mantel of massive presence, built from thick blocks that replace a flat wall with deep shadow and raw, pitted texture. The color moves through sun-baked tan, warm cream and deeper earth tones. Heavy mineral stains and dark gray pitting mark the thick top lintel from a long spell out in the weather. Large scrolls in relief on the side jambs make bold organic curves against the square lines of the room, and every edge is blunted and rounded, carrying the irregular strikes of old tools.

It measures 75 inches wide and 71 1/2 inches high; the opening is 59 inches wide and 52 inches high. We do not have a depth on file for this piece, so ask and we will measure it for you.

An antique fireplace mantel at this scale makes a rugged center for a great room with high ceilings or a formal library. The deep top ledge holds heavy bronze vessels or leaning oil paintings. Wide walnut floors and chalky plaster walls sit well with it, and a blackened steel firebox sharpens the raw character of the limestone. The limestone fireplace mantel is in our yard in Marina Del Rey; come and see it, or ask for photographs and a delivered price.