Victorian Soapstone Fireplace Surround and Mantel, c. 1880s, Incised Gilt Decoration

Complete Victorian-era soapstone fireplace surround and mantel shelf, circa 1880s. Salvaged from a Pennsylvania home, this set is in honest, well-preserved condition with most original finish intact.

Features:

• Dark green soapstone, painted black with faux-marble veining
• Original inscribed gilt decoration — gold in carved channels, visible throughout
• Eastlake/Neo-Grec design with Pennsylvania Dutch folk motifs (tulips, arrows, quatrefoils, compass stars)
• Each piece bears original installation numbers scratched on the back — complete set, no pieces missing
• Breaks down into manageable sections for transport (mantel shelf is the heaviest piece, approximately 150 lbs)

Dimensions:

• Overall assembled width: approximately [insert measurement]
• Overall assembled height: approximately [insert measurement]
• Firebox opening: approximately [insert measurement]
• Stone thickness: 1–2"
• Mantel shelf alone: approximately 150 lbs

Condition: Good, honest old surface. Most facing pieces are sound with original gilt decoration clearly visible. Some wear consistent with age and storage, see photos for details. Minor damage, scratches, and worn paint are present.

Pickup only, we will not ship or deliver. This is heavy architectural stone. Please bring help and appropriate equipment. Mantel shelf alone requires two strong people. Soapstone is fragile and must be handled carefully! 

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