Georgian fireplace

SPAB director Matthew Slocombe knows about historic homes. In our first buyer's guide, he turns his professional eye to Georgian buildings.

Over the past two centuries Georgian style has been explored and perfected. Today, we can see a classic example in this fine house in Atlanta. Entering the foyer, one sees the wood staircase with its thick balusters and newel post that hints at the attention to detail lavished upon the interiors. Wainscot paneling and arched openings with fluted pilaster frame the style in the principal rooms.

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I thought you might find it interesting, and for some of you helpful, if I briefly talked you through the styles of fireplace found in the Georgian era. I also have sourced examples of accurate rep…

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The Kedleston is a handsome chimneypiece that employs sparing detail to achieve its effect. The fluted frieze panels flank a plain centre tablet that sits beneath a breakfront corniced shelf. Carved in limestone. Also available in optional sizes.