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Unusual 3 Fold French Brass Fire Guard
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Unusual 3 Fold French Brass Fire Guard

1900 - 1920
Sold by Elmgarden
Sold 7 October 2026 · Elmgarden
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Unusual 3 Fold French Brass Fire Guard

This is a folding Fireguard, the guard is all made in Brass, both the frame and the mesh are brass, it has the added advantage that it folds flat for storage, and when opened out it can be shaped to enclosed the fire, as it can be stored away when not required

The guard is in good condition and very steady when in use

The guard is 18.5” high and it is 41” long over all

WE202

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Brass Fire Screen to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
104cm (40.94")
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SA1137289
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WE202
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Description
Unusual 3 Fold French Brass Fire Guard

This is a folding Fireguard, the guard is all made in Brass, both the frame and the mesh are brass, it has the added advantage that it folds flat for storage, and when opened out it can be shaped to enclosed the fire, as it can be stored away when not required

The guard is in good condition and very steady when in use

The guard is 18.5” high and it is 41” long over all

WE202

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Brass Fire Screen to the 1900s.

Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA1137289
Dealers Internal Ref
WE202
Elmgarden
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A family run business since 1980, now on line world wide.

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A three-panel folding French brass fire guard with fine wire mesh and a serpentine crest rail. SOLD7 OCT 26
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Archive I A three-panel folding French brass fire guard with fine wire mesh and a serpentine crest rail. SOLD7 OCT 26

Unusual 3 Fold French Brass Fire Guard

Archive II A three-panel folding French brass fire guard with fine wire mesh and a serpentine crest rail. View II
Archive III A three-panel folding French brass fire guard with fine wire mesh and a serpentine crest rail. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A three-panel folding French brass fire guard with fine wire mesh and a serpentine crest rail.
Archive V A three-panel folding French brass fire guard with fine wire mesh and a serpentine crest rail. View V
Archive VI A three-panel folding French brass fire guard with fine wire mesh and a serpentine crest rail. View VI
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A three-panel folding French brass fire guard with fine wire mesh and a serpentine crest rail.
Unusual 3 Fold French Brass Fire Guard
Ref: SA1137289
A three-panel folding French brass fire guard with fine wire mesh and a serpentine crest rail.
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  • ObjectFire Guards
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • MaterialBrass, Wire Mesh
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsSerpentine crest, Three-fold hinged panels, Fine wire mesh, Turned brass finials
  • SizeH 47 cm (19 in) x W 104 cm (41 in)

This unusual three-fold fire guard belongs to the 1900 period in the French Chateau style. The piece is constructed entirely from brass with a warm golden metallic finish, incorporating a fine wire mesh screen within a rigid frame, a serpentine crest rail along the top edge, and turned brass finials at the top corners of the hinges. Both side panels connect via visible hinges, allowing the unit to fold flat for storage or angle outward to enclose a fireplace hearth. Practical for everyday use in a period living room or sitting area, the guard measures 47 cm high and 104 cm wide overall. It provides functional protection against sparks while remaining steady on the floor and easy to manoeuvre when tending to an open fire.

FAQs

Folding fire screens originated in 18th-century France as practical hearth accessories designed to protect occupants from excessive heat and flying embers. Often constructed from brass or bronze with fine metal mesh, these three-panel designs allowed adjustable coverage around varied fireplace openings.

Traditional fire guards are typically constructed using cast or extruded brass frames fitted with fine woven steel or brass wire mesh. Hinges and corner decorative finials are generally made of solid brass to ensure structural integrity near open flame.

Authentic pieces display hand-assembled brass frames, period-appropriate hinge construction, and natural oxidation or patination across the metal surfaces. Uneven wear patterns along the base and frame joints also indicate genuine historic use.

A brass fire screen can be placed directly on the hearth plate in front of an active or decorative fireplace opening. The metallic tone creates a focal point against stone or painted chimneypieces, balancing traditional architecture with contemporary decor.

Clean the brass frame gently with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust without stripping the natural patina. Avoid harsh abrasive polishes on the fine wire mesh, using a soft-bristled brush or low-powered vacuum attachment to remove trapped debris.
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