Rennie Fireplace Surround

Modern logic reshapes the classic fireplace surround, tracing a bold graphic contour. Carefully proportioned, the dynamic line hews closely to adjacent walls while visually setting them off. The mantel offers a sculptural top ledge, swelling gently at the corners, as it tapers downwards along a flat arched opening. Composed of large terracotta blocks, meticulous joints cascade from a central keystone. Such innovative use of a material reminiscent of the Arts and Crafts movement, emerged from Selldorf’s application of terracotta to buildings. Cast from hand-sculpted molds, glazed and fired, surface effects confirm the unique character of every block. The terracotta faces are slightly cupped to catch light. Eased edges round every corner, tracing the surround’s principal contours. Glazing creates depth and texture. The Rennie Surround completes a firebox and focuses a room, a jewel-like accent that merges seamlessly into its environs. It adapts to select a range of color glazes, is fabricated by-hand and to order. Pricing available upon request.

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