Style Louis XV / Ref.13230
Large fireback "Danaë et the golden rain"
Dimensions
Width 39'' ⅜ 100cm
Height 44'' ⅞ 114cm
Depth: 1'' ⅛ 3cm
Origin:
France, 19th century
Status:
Good condition
This large fireback was made of cast iron in the 19th century. It is adorned with a Louis XV style decoration with motif of shells, acanthus leaves and braces. On the center are depicting Zeus and Danaë. the god in love with her changes himself into a golden rain to make love to her. From this union was born Perseus.