Baton Rouge, LA
Super Seller
Details
- Dimensions
- 15ʺW × 15ʺD × 31ʺH
- Styles
- English
- Period
- 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Terra Cotta
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Most were not painted, making this one particularly stylish. One of the crown’s tines have been lost, adding to its … moreMost were not painted, making this one particularly stylish. One of the crown’s tines have been lost, adding to its antique charm. less
- Description
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A remarkable Victorian-era English terracotta chimney pot. This antique architectural element serves as both decorative and functional additions to traditional …
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A remarkable Victorian-era English terracotta chimney pot. This antique architectural element serves as both decorative and functional additions to traditional chimney flues. During the 1800s, coal was used more and more to heat homes, however the smoke that it produced was thick and toxic. Heightening one’s chimney increases its draw, removing this unwanted pollutant from interiors more quickly. Multiple indoor fireplaces was a luxury afforded to those with means, and these toppers would often be indicative of an estate’s socioeconomic status. The more intricately designed pots were more expensive and therefore prized by those that wished to project their wealth by ornamenting their homes with beautiful embellishments to their fireplace smokestacks. The worn black and white paint adds so much character to the design. Most were not painted, making this one particularly stylish. One of the crown’s tines have been lost, adding to its antique charm. Today, they can still function as intended, however their excellent patination and form make for exceptional garden ornaments and/or decorative objects.
Dimensions 31 H x 15 W x 15 D in
Age Antique / Vintage less
Baton Rouge, LA
Super Seller
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