A striking emblem of Renaissance imagination, this antique fireback unites celestial and mythical motifs in iron. The crowned serpent coils with regal command beneath a radiant sun face, surrounded by fleur-de-lis and crowned insignias—symbols of power, wisdom, and divine right. The Latin inscription across the arch adds an air of mystery, hinting at alchemical or royal origins. With its aged patina and bold relief, this Ancient Surfaces fireback captures the grandeur of 17th-century craftsmanship, transforming every hearth into a stage for history’s luminous and legendary artistry.
