Hopewell Furnace was an early American industrial community that flourished in Pennsylvania from 1771 to 1883, producing iron and iron objects for sale. It is now a part of the National Park System. Our fireback reproduces an original Hopewell trademark design. Today you can add that touch of elegance and history to your own fireplace with this fascinating piece of Americana. This firebacks is intended to rest right on the floor, at the back of the hearth. All our firebacks are designed for use with both gas logs and wood burning fireplaces.