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Cast Iron Parlor Stove Mars No. 24  

Maker unknown

circa 1880-1900

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CAST IRON PARLOR STONE, MARS NO. 24

MARS STOVE COMPANY

AMERICAN FOLK ART, circa 1900

Cast Iron with Nickel Embellishments and Ceramic Ornamental Cameos

Size: 22.5 x 50 x 24.5 in; 57.2 x 127 x 62.2 cm

Desirable example of a late 19th or early 20th century Parlor Stove manufactured by the Mars Stove Company, well-known for their outstanding design and workmanship.  This particular stove functioned as both a source of warmth for the house and as cook stove, using the cooking surface platform at back.

Provenance: Private collection, New York City from whom the current owner obtained the work

Creator: Anonymous

Creation Year: circa 1900

Heights of Hat & Glove: 22.5 x 50 x 24.5 in

Medium: Cast Iron with Nickel Embellishments and Ceramic Ornamental Cameos

Movement/Style: American Folk Art

Period: Late 19th - Early 20th Century

Condition: Restored (now-Excellent Condition)