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Rare Art Deco 'Skyscraper' Tower Stove by Fobrux – Majolica Blue (c. 1930)
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Private sellerCadzand, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since April 2024 • 18 sales
Product description
A stunning, 100% authentic Art Deco "skyscraper" tower stove manufactured around 1930 by the historic Belgian foundry Les Fonderies Bruxelloises (Fobrux Haren).
This specific Model No. 530 is an iconic example of interwar industrial design. Following the landmark 1925 Paris Exhibition, European designers became fascinated by early American skyscraper silhouettes. Fobrux captured this architectural phenomenon beautifully with the stove's strong vertical fluting, terraced stepped corners, and geometric crown.
Condition & Rare Features:
Vibrant Finish: The solid cast iron body is finished in a luxurious, glassy 'Bleu Majolique' (Majolica Blue) vitreous enamel. The enamel is in exceptional vintage condition with a beautiful glossy luster.
Intact Mica Windows: A major highlight for collectors—the incredibly fragile, original natural mica windows (marienglas) are completely intact inside the door frames. Finding these original panels unbroken after nearly a century is exceptionally rare.
Complete Interior: The firebox still retains its original internal slatted coal grate and refractory ceramic firebricks.
Styling Idea: While historically a wood/coal burner, today these architectural tower stoves are highly coveted as high-end interior statement pieces.
Specifications:
Manufacturer: Les Fonderies Bruxelloises (Fobrux)
Model: No. 530 (Casting mark codes: 530-21 / 530-15)
Origin: Brussels, Belgium
Period: c. 1928 - 1935
Height: approx. 86 cm
Width: approx. 32.5 cm
Depth: approx. 32.5 cm
Weight: Extremely heavy (approx. 50 kg) due to solid cast iron and internal firebricks. Please note: Requires a two-person lift upon pickup/delivery.
Terms of Sale & Condition Disclaimer
Condition & Functionality: This item is sold strictly "as is" as a vintage collector’s piece and decorative object. It has not been tested for functional fuel-burning operation, and no guarantee or confirmation of working order is provided.
Visual Representation: Please examine all uploaded photos carefully before purchasing or making an offer, as the pictures form an integral part of the item's description.
Buyer Communication: I want to ensure total transparency to avoid any misunderstanding or disappointment. If you have any questions, need specific close-up photos, or require more details, I am happy to answer them upfront before you commit to a purchase.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBlueMaterialCast IronNumber of items1Height86 cmWidth33 cmDepth33 cmSigns of usageChipped, Rust
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About this seller
Private sellerCadzand, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since April 2024 • 18 sales