🏰 Pair of Victorian Heavy Carved Stone Fleur-de-Lis Finials Building Cappings
🏰 Pair of Victorian Carved Heavy Stone Fleur-de-Lis Finials Building Cappings
Please ask for an International shipping quote as these are very heavy items
Presenting a magnificent pair of late 19th-century architectural stone finials, exquisitely hand-carved in the timeless Fleur-de-Lis form. Made from authentic solid Yorkshire stone, these impressive finials radiate historic grandeur, traditional craftsmanship, and enduring architectural beauty—perfect for period properties, gateposts, garden features, and refined landscaping projects.
🌟 Superb Fleur-de-Lis Carved Design
The elegant, curved Fleur-de-Lis silhouette is a symbol long associated with:
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French monarchy & royal heraldry
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Nobility and chivalric symbolism
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The Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph
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Religious, artistic, and dynastic history across Europe
The sculpted curvature and classic shaping make these pieces wonderfully striking from any angle.
🪨 Hand-Carved Yorkshire Stone (c.1880)
Handcrafted around circa 1880, both finials are carved from solid Yorkshire stone, admired for its:
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Natural weathering
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Lichen and moss growth
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Historic tool marks and chisel cuts
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Richly aged stone surfaces
These authentic characteristics can only be found in genuine antique reclaimed stone.
🏛️ Perfect for Restoration, Landscaping & Architectural Projects
These substantial finials are ideal for enhancing exterior architecture such as:
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Entrance gatepost cappings
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Formal garden or estate features
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Driveway or boundary markers
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Built-in stone or brickwork structures
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Courtyard or terrace focal points
Their commanding presence and Victorian character make them suitable for both restored heritage properties and stylish modern architectural designs.
📜 Notable Provenance
This distinguished pair offers notable provenance, having been:
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Sourced from a respected architectural reclamation auction (labels verso)
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Professionally curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD, ensuring authenticity, originality, and high-quality selection
⚖️ Very Heavy, Genuine Stonework
These finials are very substantial in weight:
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Finial 1: approx. 58 kg
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Finial 2: approx. 65 kg
Slight size variations reflect their hand-carved late-Victorian craftsmanship.
❤️ Why You’ll Love Them
✅ Instant architectural elegance for entrances, gardens & driveways
✅ Genuine 19th-century craftsmanship—each piece individually hand-carved
✅ Beautiful natural weathered patina, moss & lichen for authentic age
✅ Versatile installation options for many architectural layouts
✅ Solid, frost-resistant Yorkshire stone—built to last generations
✅ Notable provenance curated by a respected antiques specialist
✅ Rare to find as an original pair
✅ Perfect for adding heritage character to homes and estates
These finials will offer a striking Victorian touch that elevates any outdoor space.
📝 Condition Report
Offered in fine used condition, showing:
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Natural surface weathering
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Attractive moss & lichen growth
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Various chips & marks
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Traditional stone-cutting tool traces
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Minor dimensional variation
All in keeping with their status as genuine reclaimed 19th-century architectural antiques.
📏 Dimensions
Finial 1
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Height: 51 cm
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Width (top): 37 cm
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Base width: 38 cm
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Depth: 24 cm
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Base length: 22 cm
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Weight: 58 kg
Finial 2
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Height: 52 cm
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Width (top): 37 cm
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Base width: 45.5 cm
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Depth: 21 cm
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Weight: 65 kg
Shipping
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