Antique English 18th Century Neo Classical / Renaissance Style Cast Iron Open Fire Grate / Log Basket / Fireplace (Circa 1870)

This is a fine quality antique English traditional 18th century style fire basket, incorporating a neo-classical design, made from cast iron, circa 1870, in excellent condition.

 

Summary:

·      Item: Fire Basket

·      Circa: 1870

·      Style: Neo Classical / Renaissance

·      Provenance: England, UK

·      Material: Cast Iron

·      Width: 56cm / 22” / 1ft 10”

·      Freestanding design

·      Domed backplate

·      Embossed Neo-classical urn and swag motif design

·      Pair of brass finials

·      Four fixed shaped block legs

·      Removable twin grates

·      No breaks / cracks

·      Suitable for all fuel types

·      Highly decorative

·      Excellent condition

·      Solid construction

·      Excellent original colour & patination

·      Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*

·      14-day free UK returns policy

 

Description     

This is a fine quality antique English traditional 18th century style fire basket, made from cast iron, circa 1870, in excellent condition.  Benefitting from a freestanding neo-classical / renaissance design, this fire grate features a domed backplate, decorated with an embossed neo-classical urn and floral swag motif design.  The fire grate is constructed with two taller dome caped legs at the rear, and two smaller shaped legs at the front, which support a pair of brass finials.  The fire basket frame is constructed with a castellated basket, incorporating decorative riveted studs and vertical spike bars for keeping the logs in place.  The twin internal floor grates can be removed from the basket, allowing for easy cleaning.   The dog basket can be used with either wood or coal.  The fire basket is constructed of cast and hand forged iron and the open fire grate features an attractive finish, giving it a lovely colour and appearance.

 

Dimensions: 

External Height = 44.5cm / 17½” / 1ft 5½”

External Width = 56cm / 22” / 1ft 10”

External Depth = 27.5cm / 10”

 

Internal Basket

Height (Top of Spikes) = 16cm / 6¼”

Height (Back) = 33.5cm / 13¼” / 1ft 1¼”

Width = 50cm / 19¾” / 1ft 2” 1ft 7¾”

Depth = 22.5cm / 8”

 

Condition Report:

This is a fine quality antique English traditional 18th century style fire basket, incorporating a neo-classical design, made from cast iron, circa 1870, in excellent condition.  The cast iron frame and brass finials have been cleaned and sealed.  The fire grate is solid in joint and is robust.  Nominal old use marks, but nothing significant considering the age of the item.  There are no breaks to the cast iron basket.  The twin internal grate floors are sturdy in good condition.  The grate features an attractive finish, giving it a lovely colour and appearance.  This log basket is reassuringly solid and heavy, and it is ready to use.

 

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). 

 

14-Day Free UK Returns & Refunds:

A 14-day free “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item.  We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). 

 

International Buyers:

If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. 

About the Seller:

This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA.  Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years. 

 

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Please contact us on 01829 458 070 or 07960 738 212 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, please email: info@yolagray.com