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Victorian Brass Rimmed Wire Mesh Serpentine Fire Guard
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Victorian Brass Rimmed Wire Mesh Serpentine Fire Guard

19th century
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Victorian Brass Rimmed Wire Mesh Serpentine Fire Guard with tool holder - 18"w x 7"d x 15"h

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Church Street Antiques & Interiors has dated this Victorian Brass Fire Guard to the Victorian era.

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SA1015589
Dealers Internal Reference
6467
Description
Victorian Brass Rimmed Wire Mesh Serpentine Fire Guard with tool holder - 18"w x 7"d x 15"h
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Church Street Antiques & Interiors has dated this Victorian Brass Fire Guard to the Victorian era.

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SA1015589
Dealers Internal Ref
6467
Church Street Antiques & Interiors
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A Victorian serpentine fire guard featuring a black wire mesh panel supported by an internal iron frame, trimmed with a polished brass top rim and base plinth.
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Archive I A Victorian serpentine fire guard featuring a black wire mesh panel supported by an internal iron frame, trimmed with a polished brass top rim and base plinth.

Victorian Brass Rimmed Wire Mesh Serpentine Fire Guard

Archive II A Victorian serpentine fire guard featuring a black wire mesh panel supported by an internal iron frame, trimmed with a polished brass top rim and base plinth. View II
Archive III A Victorian serpentine fire guard featuring a black wire mesh panel supported by an internal iron frame, trimmed with a polished brass top rim and base plinth. View III
Archive IV A Victorian serpentine fire guard featuring a black wire mesh panel supported by an internal iron frame, trimmed with a polished brass top rim and base plinth. View IV
Archive V A Victorian serpentine fire guard featuring a black wire mesh panel supported by an internal iron frame, trimmed with a polished brass top rim and base plinth. View V
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Church Street Antiques & Interiors

Church Street Antiques & Interiors
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Altrincham
Cheshire
WA14 4NP
United Kingdom
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A Victorian serpentine fire guard featuring a black wire mesh panel supported by an internal iron frame, trimmed with a polished brass top rim and base plinth.
Victorian Brass Rimmed Wire Mesh Serpentine Fire Guard
Ref: SA1015589
A Victorian serpentine fire guard featuring a black wire mesh panel supported by an internal iron frame, trimmed with a polished brass top rim and base plinth.
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  • ObjectFire Guard
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Iron, Steel Wire
  • ColourBrass and Black
  • MotifsSerpentine curve, Rolled brass rim, Woven wire mesh, Internal support bars
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 18 cm (7 in)

This Victorian fire guard exhibits a serpentine curve and a distinctive Gothic design vibe. The piece combines a polished brass top rim and base plinth with a fine black woven wire mesh panel, supported by a sturdy internal iron frame. Visible details include internal support bars, tool holders attached to the interior sides, and smooth metallic finishes in bright brass and dark iron. Measuring 38 cm high, 46 cm wide, and 18 cm deep, the guard fits neatly in front of an active fireplace. It is positioned on a fireplace hearth to protect a room from stray embers while maintaining clear visibility of the fire.

FAQs

A Victorian serpentine fire guard is a curved protective screen placed on a hearth to prevent sparks from escaping open fireplaces. Characterised by an undulating profile, these guards were constructed during the 19th century to combine functional safety with decorative metalwork.

Victorian fire guards typically feature a combination of hand-strung or woven iron mesh held within a rolled brass top rail and a heavy brass base plinth. The structural framework incorporates forged iron support bars to provide stability against heat from an open hearth.

Authentic Victorian pieces demonstrate hand-crafted metalwork, such as hand-drawn wire mesh and riveted construction, rather than modern machine welding. Look for natural patination on the brass components, heavy gauge wire, and subtle irregular spacing in the mesh weave.

An antique fire guard can be placed in front of an original or restored fireplace surround to add texture and historical character to a living room. In non-working fireplaces filled with decorative logs or candles, a brass-rimmed guard creates an architectural focal point.

Dust the wire mesh regularly using a soft-bristled brush or vacuum cleaner attachment. Clean the brass rim using a soft microfibre cloth and a dedicated metal polish if a bright finish is desired, ensuring liquid does not settle into the wire joins where oxidisation could occur.
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