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Set of George III Brass & Steel Fire Tools
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Set of George III Brass & Steel Fire Tools

18th century
Sold 6 February 2025 · Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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A Set of George III Brass and Steel Fire Tools.

Each with a bold and well cast brass flower bud handle, before the shanks, centred by orb and ringed knops. The shanks running to a dished bell shaped shovel, with a pierced centre of a flower in full bloom, a pair of heart shaped nip tongs and a poker.

Date circa 1790.

Height 28 ½ inches, 72cm.

Width 6 ¼ inches, 16cm.

Depth 2 inches, 5cm.

Reference 23985.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
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Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated these Georgian Brass Fire Tools to the 18th Century.

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SA1105051
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23985
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Atcham

Shropshire SY44UH

01952740229

07860575639

Description
A Set of George III Brass and Steel Fire Tools.
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Each with a bold and well cast brass flower bud handle, before the shanks, centred by orb and ringed knops.
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

The shanks running to a dished bell shaped shovel, with a pierced centre of a flower in full bloom, a pair of heart shaped nip tongs and a poker.

Date circa 1790.

Height 28 ½ inches, 72cm.

Width 6 ¼ inches, 16cm.

Depth 2 inches, 5cm.

Reference 23985.

Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated these Georgian Brass Fire Tools to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1105051
Dealers Internal Ref
23985
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008

Fine antiques from the 18th century onwards, supplying both trade and private customers worldwide.

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Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4UH
United Kingdom
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A set of three antique Georgian fireplace tools including tongs, a shovel, and a poker, featuring polished brass cast finials and steel shafts.
SET OF GEORGE III BRASS & STEEL FIRE TOOLS
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A set of three antique Georgian fireplace tools including tongs, a shovel, and a poker, featuring polished brass cast finials and steel shafts.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectFireplace Tools
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBrass, Steel, Iron
  • ColourPolished Brass and Dark Steel
  • MotifsUrn finials, Pierced shovel blade, Turned collars, Scrolled tong arms
  • SizeH 72 cm (28 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Georgian fire tools typically feature classical proportions, balanced symmetry, and refined ornamentation such as urn finials and turned shafts, reflecting the neoclassical design influences of the 18th century.

These sets were traditionally forged from steel for strength and durability at the working ends, combined with cast or hand-chased brass for decorative handles and finials.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-forged construction marks, traditional joinery methods like pinned assemblies, period-appropriate patination, and wear consistent with age rather than artificial ageing.

Position them neatly beside an active fireplace or within a hearth alcove to add textural contrast, historic character, and a functional focal point to the room.

Clean surfaces gently with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust, avoiding abrasive polishes that strip historical patination, and apply a microcrystalline wax to steel components to prevent oxidation.
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