Themed fireplace inserts

Abstract

An apparatus for decorating a fireplace is provided. The apparatus includes a fireplace insert at least one insert plate. The insert is configured to exist within the environment of the fireplace. The insert creatively illustrates a decorative theme such as a small scale scene within the fireplace. The insert can include a plurality of plates providing a three dimensional scene within the fireplace.

1 . An apparatus for decorating a fireplace, the apparatus comprising:
 a fireplace insert comprising at least one insert plate that illustrates a decorative theme.   
     
     
         2 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the small scale scene comprises a three dimensional diorama illustrating a small scale scene. 
     
     
         3 . The apparatus of  claim 2 , wherein the diorama comprises one of a city skyline and a famous building. 
     
     
         4 . The apparatus of  claim 2 , wherein the diorama comprises a historical scene. 
     
     
         5 . The apparatus of  claim 2 , wherein the diorama comprises a trademarked symbol. 
     
     
         6 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the fireplace insert comprises a second insert plate; and
 wherein the first insert plate and the second insert plate are configured to illustrate a three dimensional scene.   
     
     
         7 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the fireplace insert is constructed of a plurality of metals. 
     
     
         8 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the insert includes a metal portion configured to glow when heated in the fireplace. 
     
     
         9 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the fireplace insert is configured for use in a gas fireplace. 
     
     
         10 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the fireplace insert is configured for use in an electrically-lit fireplace. 
     
     
         11 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the insert plate comprises a first insert plate; and
 wherein the fireplace insert further comprises a slotted frame enabling easy removal of the insert plate and placement of a second insert plate in place of the first insert plate.   
     
     
         12 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the fireplace insert illustrates one of a city skyline, a building, a geographic landmark, a vehicle, a famous battle, a historical event, a natural phenomenon, a natural disaster, a weather event, a team logo, a school insignia, a science fiction scene, a representation of food being grilled, a sporting scene, a ship, a plane, and a geometric shape. 
     
     
         13 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the fireplace insert illustrates the decorative theme in a first direction; and
 wherein the fireplace insert further comprises a second insert plate illustrating a second decorative theme in a second direction.   
     
     
         14 . An apparatus for decorating a gas fireplace, the apparatus comprising:
 a fireplace insert comprising a three dimensional model illustrating a landmark.   
     
     
         15 . The apparatus of  claim 14 , wherein the three dimensional model comprises a die cast model. 
     
     
         16 . The apparatus of  claim 14 , wherein the three dimensional model comprises one of a concrete model and a ceramic model. 
     
     
         17 . The apparatus of  claim 14 , wherein the three dimensional model comprises a plurality of metal pieces welded together. 
     
     
         18 . A system for decorating a fireplace and a room bordering the fireplace, the system comprising:
 a fireplace insert comprising at least one insert plate, wherein the insert illustrates a small scale scene within the fireplace; and   at least one wall hanging corresponding to the scene upon the insert.