As already mentioned, stone is one of the oldest materials in the world and has been used in the manufacture of fire surrounds for hundreds of years. All periods – such as Regency, Victorian, and Edwardian – featured the stone fireplace, and today, there are many period stone fireplaces on the market, both original and reproduction. The ease with which stone may be carved had ensured that, throughout subsequent centuries, traditional designs have been accurately copied, leading to the preservation of such designs.
Peter Feaster is a creator of reproduction stone fireplaces, and his designs can be seen on his website. He uses natural Cotswold stone for his fireplaces, which is both strong and durable, and very rich in texture and colour – although its natural colour is various shades of honey beige, Cotswold stone also comes in cream and buff.
Peter has a varied range of period stone fireplaces, divided into 4 sections: English, Classical, French and Contemporary. The Gothic Corbel is a fine example of a period fireplace, and is available in Bath, Cotswold or Portland stone. The beautiful Baroque fireplace, styled in the classical Baroque tradition, features intricate carvings around the fireplace opening and on the mantel. Like the Gothic Corbel, the Baroque is available in 3 types of stone – Bath, Cotswold and Portland.
The Louis XV French stone fireplace is a wonderful example of a fireplace from that era, with its graceful curves. This fireplace would bring character and style to any home and has a truly timeless appeal – available in 3 types of stone. In addition to period fireplaces, Peter Feaster has a contemporary range, and one of these is the Draycott: this minimalist fireplace is very beautiful, and what it lacks in decoration, it makes up in presence – the perfect fireplace for the modern home.
Peter Feaster stocks cast-iron baskets, hob grates and inserts to complement his period stone fireplaces -this means you have the convenience of purchasing your dream fireplace from one stockist. If you have a specific design in mind for your stone fireplace and do not see it in the collection, why not consider the option of the bespoke service offered by the company? Contact Peter Feaster with any enquiries regarding period stone fireplaces.
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