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Large and very heavy, iron Louis XIV fireback. Dating from the 18th century, this cast iron fireplace plate represents Love as a Blacksmith. Cupid is depicted forging two hearts together. With two inscriptions 'De ces deux coeur je n'en fait qu'un. [Trans : 'Of these two hearts I make only one] 'Amour est un grand ouvrier' [Trans : Love is a great worker] A beautiful and romantic piece

• Period:
• Sold
• Location: Gloucestershire
• • Dimensions: H: 80cm (31.50in)
  • W: 74cm (29.13in)
  • D: 5cm (1.97in)