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Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English Brass, Companion Set, Georgian, Circa 1800
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Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English Brass, Companion Set, Georgian, Circa 1800

18th century
Sold 1 July 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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This is a trio of antique fire tools. An English brass and cast iron companion set with shovel, poker and tongs, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Fine Georgian companion set of useful size, with superb colour

Each displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Quality brass presents bright golden hues and fine tonality

Tactile and attractive handles with concentric ring finish

Attractive shovel scoop with an ornate fretwork pattern

Coal tongs open smoothly, the poker replete with cast iron point

This is a superb trio of antique fire tools, suitable for all fuel types and a graceful addition to the fireplace. Delivered ready to use.

Dimensions:

Shovel Width: 13cm (5'')

Shovel Depth: 4.4cm (1.75'')

Shovel Length: 70.5cm (27.75'')

Tongs Width: 10.5cm (4.25'')

Tongs Depth: 5cm (2'')

Tongs Length: 70cm (27.5'')

Poker Width: 5cm (2'')

Poker Depth: 5cm (2'')

Poker Height: 71.5cm (28.25'')

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Our Ref: 24208

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Brass Fire Tools to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
70.5cm (27.76")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
4.4cm (1.73")
Reference Numbers
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SA1066815
Dealers Internal Reference
24208
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This is a trio of antique fire tools.
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An English brass and cast iron companion set with shovel, poker and tongs, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.
London Fine Antiques

Fine Georgian companion set of useful size, with superb colour

fig 1. A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, tongs, and a poker against a neutral background.
fig 1. Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English Brass, Companion Set, Georgian, Circa 1800

Each displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Quality brass presents bright golden hues and fine tonality

Tactile and attractive handles with concentric ring finish

Attractive shovel scoop with an ornate fretwork pattern

fig 2. A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, tongs, and a poker against a neutral background.
fig 2. Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English Brass, Companion Set, Georgian, Circa 1800

Coal tongs open smoothly, the poker replete with cast iron point

This is a superb trio of antique fire tools, suitable for all fuel types and a graceful addition to the fireplace. Delivered ready to use.

fig 3. A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, tongs, and a poker against a neutral background.
fig 3. Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English Brass, Companion Set, Georgian, Circa 1800

Dimensions:

Shovel Width: 13cm (5'')

Shovel Depth: 4.4cm (1.75'')

Shovel Length: 70.5cm (27.75'')

Tongs Width: 10.5cm (4.25'')

Tongs Depth: 5cm (2'')

Tongs Length: 70cm (27.5'')

Poker Width: 5cm (2'')

Poker Depth: 5cm (2'')

fig 4. A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, tongs, and a poker against a neutral background.
fig 4. Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English Brass, Companion Set, Georgian, Circa 1800

Poker Height: 71.5cm (28.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 5. A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, tongs, and a poker against a neutral background.
fig 5. Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English Brass, Companion Set, Georgian, Circa 1800

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24208

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Brass Fire Tools to the Georgian era.

Height
70.5cm (27.76")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
4.4cm (1.73")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1066815
Dealers Internal Ref
24208
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A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, tongs, and a poker against a neutral background.
Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English Brass, Companion Set, Georgian, Circa 1800
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFireplace Accessories
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBrass, Iron
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsTurned handles, Urn finials, Pierced shovel blade
  • SizeH 70.5 cm (28 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 4.4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

During the Georgian era, coal burning became increasingly popular in British homes, leading to the development of specialised grates and matched sets of fire tools made from polished brass or iron to manage the hearth efficiently.

Antique fire tools were predominantly crafted from cast or wrought brass, iron, and steel, often featuring turned handles and pierced designs executed by skilled metalworkers.

Authentic period fire tools typically exhibit hand-finished construction marks, heavy weight due to solid brass casting, appropriate wear patterns on working edges, and period-specific decorative motifs such as urn finials.

Placing a vintage companion set beside a fireplace creates a focal point that adds metallic warmth and historical texture, balancing both modern and traditional living spaces.

Antique brass should be cleaned gently using a soft cloth to remove dust, avoiding harsh chemical polishes that strip away historical patina and oxidisation.
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