Swedish Ormo Bruk Cast Iron St. George and the Dragon Stove Plate

DETAILS An early antique 17th century example of a panel of a Scandinavian five-plate/jamb stove plate. This large, nicely cast piece depicts St. George atop his horse, slaying a fierce dragon. He is portrayed within a classical arch, with weaponry on the flanks. The piece would make a handsome fireback for a large fireplace or a stove backsplash in a kitchen. PLACE OF ORIGIN Sweden | Europe MAKER Ormo Bruk (Ormos Mill) (Smalands, Sweden) MARKS Cast mark (center bottom): Ormo Bruk DATE 17th century DIMENSIONS Width 28 Depth 1 Height 33 inches