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Gothic Style Free Standing Fire Basket with Decorative Back and Ash Pan
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Gothic Style Free Standing Fire Basket with Decorative Back and Ash Pan

1900 - 1920
Sold by Elmgarden
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Gothic Style Free Standing Fire Basket with Decorative Back and Ash Pan

This is a useful and decorative piece, it has an arched fire back decorated with a fighting scene, the body of the grate is made in a portcullis pattern sides and front

Although the grate has seen a little bit of use is still in excellent condition, and has a removable ash pan, this is a heavy quality piece

The Grate is 18” wide, 16” high and 11” deep

ZX111

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Gothic Cast Iron Fire Basket to the 1920s.

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SA1103344
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ZX111
Description
Gothic Style Free Standing Fire Basket with Decorative Back and Ash Pan
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This is a useful and decorative piece, it has an arched fire back decorated with a fighting scene, the body of the grate is made in a portcullis pattern sides and front.
Elmgarden

Although the grate has seen a little bit of use is still in excellent condition, and has a removable ash pan, this is a heavy quality piece

The Grate is 18” wide, 16” high and 11” deep

ZX111

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Gothic Cast Iron Fire Basket to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1103344
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ZX111
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A heavy dark cast iron fire basket featuring a decorative relief backplate depicting figures, upright gothic finials, and a removable ash pan beneath. SOLD13 AUG 26
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Archive I A heavy dark cast iron fire basket featuring a decorative relief backplate depicting figures, upright gothic finials, and a removable ash pan beneath. SOLD13 AUG 26

Gothic Style Free Standing Fire Basket with Decorative Back and Ash Pan

Archive II A heavy dark cast iron fire basket featuring a decorative relief backplate depicting figures, upright gothic finials, and a removable ash pan beneath. View II
Archive III A heavy dark cast iron fire basket featuring a decorative relief backplate depicting figures, upright gothic finials, and a removable ash pan beneath. View III
Archive IV A heavy dark cast iron fire basket featuring a decorative relief backplate depicting figures, upright gothic finials, and a removable ash pan beneath. View IV
Archive V A heavy dark cast iron fire basket featuring a decorative relief backplate depicting figures, upright gothic finials, and a removable ash pan beneath. View V
Archive VI A heavy dark cast iron fire basket featuring a decorative relief backplate depicting figures, upright gothic finials, and a removable ash pan beneath. View VI
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A heavy dark cast iron fire basket featuring a decorative relief backplate depicting figures, upright gothic finials, and a removable ash pan beneath.
Gothic Style Free Standing Fire Basket with Decorative Back and Ash Pan
Ref: SA1103344
A heavy dark cast iron fire basket featuring a decorative relief backplate depicting figures, upright gothic finials, and a removable ash pan beneath.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFire Grates
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialCast Iron
  • ColourDark Grey
  • MotifsRelief figural scene, Gothic finials, Picket front bars, Integrated ash pan
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)

FAQs

A Gothic style fire basket is an open metal container designed to hold solid fuel within a fireplace hearth, characterized by architectural motifs such as pointed arches, trefoils, and decorative finials inspired by medieval Gothic design.

Traditional fire baskets were primarily constructed from cast iron due to its heat retention capabilities and durability, often incorporating wrought iron bars, brass fittings, or steel components.

Authentic pieces typically display seam lines from sand casting methods, natural surface oxidisation or patina, heavy physical weight, and period-appropriate foundry marks or manufacturing stamps.

In modern interiors, a freestanding fire basket can serve as a focal point inside an inactive fireplace opening, styled with decorative logs, LED lighting, or plant arrangements to add texture and historical contrast.

Cast iron grates should be brushed clear of ash and debris with a stiff bristle brush. To protect against rust and maintain the dark finish, apply traditional black grate polish or iron paste periodically.
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