"Fireback Or Backsplash. Ca. 1800-1825"
A likeable, decorative fireback or backsplash in cast-iron. Origin France. This one dates back to the late 18th century, begin19th century. Displaying a musician. A fireback protects the back-wall of the fireplace against splitting and crumbling, in addition, the cast-iron fireback absorbs the heat and releases this into the room. And can increase the efficiency of the fireplace by 40%. A fireback can also be for decorative purposes such as a backsplash above the kitchen-stove. Antique Fireplaces First provides worldwide shippings, almost anywhere in the world. 
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