Waldorf Astoria French Regency Carved Brown Mantel

This mantel is an incredibly intricate, well-thought out piece. Carved from beige marble with stunning large-scale golden yellow, pink, sienna, and blue violet veining, the result is a mix of warm and cool tones. An infinity chain runs the length of the apron, framing a unique pinwheel-esque floral motif at the center, echoing the sense of motion created by the infinity chain. Deeply carved, round, fluted 3/4-columns set on curved plinths frame the sides of the firebox opening. Wheat carvings ascend high within the flutings of the columns and 3/4-round capitals adorned with carved Acanthus leaves finish the top of the columns. The shelf naturally follows the curved shape of the mantels columns. The Breche d’alep marble hearth is included if desired, but requires restoration.

This mantel was imported from Europe to decorate the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in NYC which opened on Park Avenue October 1, 1931. Original to suite M on the 32nd floor of the towers, a Waldorf Astoria authenticity card is included with your purchase.

Pictured still installed at the Waldorf Astoria, kindly request the reclaimed condition before purchasing. Located at our Scranton Warehouse, please allow 3-4 weeks for processing.