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Phone: (02) 9550 6290 | 396 Princes Highway, St Peters, NSW

Fireplaces have evolved over many centuries with one of the most significant changes made during the construction of the Chateau de Chambord for the French King Francis I. It was now the Renaissance period in France and Francis being a passionate patron of the arts, encouraged many Italian artists including the inventor, sculptor and painter Leonardo Da Vinci to visit during the early stages of the Chateau's construction. The main building material was "Pierre de Chazelles" (stone of Chazelles), a fine quality golden stone, similar to high density limestone mined in Chazelles.

INTIMATELY LINKED TO THE FRENCH ARISTOCRACY
Cheminee is the modern French term for fireplace, although in past references it has also been defined as meaning a chimney or a fireplace surround.

Fireplaces have evolved over many centuries with one of the most significant changes made during the construction of the Chateau de Chambord for the French King Francis I. It was now the Renaissance period in France and Francis being a passionate patron of the arts, encouraged many Italian artists including the inventor, sculptor and painter Leonardo Da Vinci to visit during the early stages of the Chateau's construction. The main building material was "Pierre de Chazelles" (stone of Chazelles), a fine quality golden stone, similar to high density limestone mined in Chazelles.

Large stone carved fireplaces featured in this chateau which were unlike any fireplaces present at this time. The Chazelles stone and artisans were quickly sought after across France, working in other provinces on many other fine chateaux. It is worth noting at this point, that some of the artisans who labored on the Chateau were the ancestors of the present stone carvers of the fireplace surrounds, employed by Chazelles today.


The village of Chazelles is located in Charente, of the French region Poitou-Charentes, part of the Angouleme district, and is only 20 kms from another Chateau d'Angouleme, inherited by Francis I.

Francis was born near Cognac in 1494 and was Count of Angouleme. He decided to restore the Chateau d'Angouleme also using the Chazelles stone. Major building was undertaken over many years including extensions featuring the Renaissance influences of the time. Other French kings who were connected previously to the Chateau were Henri d' Angouleme (Henri II) and Charles IX the Duc d'Angouleme.

Continuing during the reigns of french kings, Louis XIV, XV and XVI, in the middle 1600's to late 1700, fireplace design continued to evolve. Elaborate carved marble and stone fireplace surrounds, and complementary mantle pieces were added and adorned with large mirrors. Others defined the chimneys with carvings from....

Phone: 0498 237 888 | 396 Princes Highway, St Peters, NSW

Give Archifire a call to discuss options for your home or next project, our team of experts will happily advise on a fire for your home. Indoor and Outdoor Fireplaces Double Sided Modern Linear Fireplaces Melbourne and Sydney, Modern Architecture Design etc.

Phone: (02) 9973 6770 | 44 Shepherd Street, Marrickville, NSW

Stoke Fireplace Studio brings together the world's most beautiful fireplaces. Showrooms located in Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin & Queenstown.

Stoke Fireplace Studio is a showroom that brings together the world's most beautiful fireplaces. With studios located in Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin & Queenstown, Stoke showcases fireplaces by New Zealand made Escea, European wood fires by Spartherm and the new and exclusive MODE luxury gas fires. With a full project management service, our team of fireplace experts will help bring your vision to life

Phone: 0499 221 432 | Sydney, NSW

At Elite Fireplaces Sydney, our mission is to deliver superior products and services, ensuring you find a fireplace that perfectly suits your needs. For enquiries or to schedule an installation, please contact our team. Based in Sydney, we provide a range of solutions including gas fireplaces, wood heaters, and electric fireplaces throughout Sydney and the surrounding regions. Our mission is to provide you with exceptional products and services, helping you find a fireplace that perfectly suits your individual needs and preferences.

At Elite Fireplaces Sydney, our mission is to deliver superior products and services, ensuring you find a fireplace that perfectly suits your needs. For enquiries or to schedule an installation, please contact our team. Based in Sydney, we provide a range of solutions including gas fireplaces, wood heaters, and electric fireplaces throughout Sydney and the surrounding regions. Our mission is to provide you with exceptional products and services, helping you find a fireplace that perfectly suits your individual needs and preferences. We understand that it is more than just a source of warmth, it's a focal point for your home and an integral part of your lifestyle. In addition to our wide variety of options, we also offer comprehensive fireplace installation to ensure it is set up safely and efficiently. Our experts are also well-versed in chimney repairs, ensuring your fireplace operates at its best and meets all safety standards.

Phone: (02) 8866 3560 | 112 Victoria Road, Rozelle, NSW

The Heater Man is your local gas heating specialist in the heart of the Inner West! Offering natural gas appliance installation, repair and servicing, as well as fireplace and outdoor kitchen design. Want to see what your dream fireplace or alfresco dining area could look like? Stop by our Rozelle showroom on Victoria Road today! We can't wait to meet you and bring warmth into your home.