Custom hand carved wood fireplace mantels, fireplace surrounds and ornamental friezes.

Commission a hand carved fireplace mantel from the master woodcarver Dimitrios Klitsas. Dimitrios will consult with you on your vision for the piece, its setting and your individual taste. Skilled in the full range of styles, from the classical to the modern to the traditional, Dimitrios produces works that delight and which endure.

Art Deco Fireplace Mantel Bas Relief. This stunning bas relief sculpture creates a residential hearth space which is both primitive and very modern, both characteristics of the Art Deco style.  The crouching child illustrates the massive scale. Click on image to see more text and pictures

English mantel. Replica of period English mantel.  Client furnished photo.  Dimitrios reproduced design, to scale.  Dogwood, peonies, bellflowers.   Click on image to see more text and pictures

Oak Shell Mantel. This white oak shell ornament was carved by Dimitrios and attached to the mantel face.  Long Island residence. Click on image to see more text and pictures

Library Mantel. This complex walnut mantel and overmantel were to provide the focus for this heavily ornamented panelled library.  The detailing is distinctive but in conformity to the style of the room. Click on image to see more text and pictures