This is a pair of antique tool rests. An English, ebonised cast iron fireside poker stand in Aesthetic Movement taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Pleasingly decorative and distinctive, they embody the Art for Art’s Sake reaction to the pragmatic ethos of the Industrial Revolution.
Cast in ebonised iron, presenting an appealingly dark and tactile appearance
Decorative finial forms rise above horizontal lobes, lending a striking silhouette
Supported upon robust splayed legs, terminating in substantial block feet
An elegant statement of the Aesthetic Movement, emphasising artistry over pragmatism
Ideal for fireside display, adding charm to any hearth or Victorian interior
A fascinating pair of Victorian poker stands, these tool rests offer both function and artistic merit, sure to delight enthusiasts of the Aesthetic Movement and collectors of decorative ironwork. Delivered ready for the fireside.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 18cm (7'''')
Max Depth: 1
...2cm (4.75'''')
Max Height: 11.5cm (4.5'''')
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1168296
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 11.5cm (4.5inches)Width is 18cm (7.1inches)Depth is 12cm (4.7inches)
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