Reclaimed Limestone Mantel

A reclaimed limestone fireplace mantel that brings pale gray light and steady weight to a room through its long shelf, wide opening and tall shaped legs. The stone is soft gray, ash and warm beige, with cloudy patches and darker wear across the face. A full molded shelf projects at the top and turns cleanly at the corners. The wide frieze carries a central drop of leaves and scrollwork in relief, with darker buildup sitting in the hollows. The legs swell just under the frieze, taper through the middle and finish on square block feet.

It measures 82 inches wide, 25 inches deep and 71 inches high; the opening is 54 inches wide and 49 1/2 inches high. Up close there are rubbed edges, open pores, small chips and visible joint lines.

An antique fireplace mantel of this width suits a great room, a library, a formal dining room or an entry hall where a wide surround can hold a large wall. Plaster, aged oak and wrought iron sit well against its cool color. This limestone fireplace mantel is sold. We usually have similar wide reclaimed mantels with a decorated frieze in the yard or on the water; ask and we will send what is current.