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Victorian Brass Companion Set of Fire Irons
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Victorian Brass Companion Set of Fire Irons

19th century
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Sold 18 March 2025 · Antiquus
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A complete set of 4 brass fire irons on original stand, well looked after by previous owners as both colour and patina are are really fantastic. Very practical companion set for any fireplace as they don't take up too much room. All sizes are in inches. Stand is 18 and tools are 13 shovel width is 4.5 . Some small dents to base but this in no way detracts from the use or overall look of this charming set as they are consistent with age. Delivery to UK mainland is INCLUDED in the price. Thank you for looking.

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Antiquus has dated this Brass Companion Set to the Victorian era.

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A complete set of 4 brass fire irons on original stand, well looked after by previous owners as both colour and patina are are really fantastic. Very practical companion set for any fireplace as they don't take up too much room. All sizes are in inches. Stand is 18 and tools are 13 shovel width is 4.5 .
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Some small dents to base but this in no way detracts from the use or overall look of this charming set as they are consistent with age.
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Delivery to UK mainland is INCLUDED in the price. Thank you for looking.

Date of Manufacture

Antiquus has dated this Brass Companion Set to the Victorian era.

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Archive I An overhead view of a polished brass companion set featuring a central stand holding a shovel, tongs, poker, and brush with spherical finials. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Brass Companion Set of Fire Irons

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An overhead view of a polished brass companion set featuring a central stand holding a shovel, tongs, poker, and brush with spherical finials.
Victorian brass companion set of fire irons
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An overhead view of a polished brass companion set featuring a central stand holding a shovel, tongs, poker, and brush with spherical finials.
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  • ObjectFireplace Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsSpherical finials, Turned stand, Ring handles

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A Victorian brass companion set is a collection of functional fireplace tools, typically including a poker, tongs, shovel, and brush, mounted on a central stand, popular during the 19th century for tending coal or wood fires.

These sets were primarily cast and spun from brass or bronze, often featuring iron rods for structural core strength, sometimes paired with horsehair bristles on the companion brush.

Authentic period pieces typically show signs of hand-finishing, heavier weight from solid brass construction, traditional casting flaws, and natural oxidisation rather than modern lacquers or uniform machine manufacturing.

Positioning the polished metal stand directly beside the hearth introduces metallic warmth and textural contrast, complementing both working fireplaces and decorative faux-mantels.

Maintenance involves dusting with a soft cloth and occasionally applying a mild, non-abrasive metal cleaner if polish removal is desired, though many collectors prefer preserving the natural patina.
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