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Antique Free-standing Fire Basket, English, Hearth, Georgian Revival, Victorian
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Antique Free-standing Fire Basket, English, Hearth, Georgian Revival, Victorian

19th century
Sold 18 January 2026 · London Fine Antiques
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This is an antique free-standing fire basket. An English, cast iron, brass and steel decorative hearth in Georgian revival taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. A wonderful example of period craftsmanship, presenting a balanced form, attractive detailing, and appealing material contrast. The proportion and form is ideal for the traditional fireside.

Attractive example with useful proportion, the fire basket displays a robust cast iron body, enriched with steel and brass finishes

The decorative back rest is adorned with a relief cast frieze, featuring foliate and scroll motif

Presented in the Georgian manner, lending historic and decorative interest to the form

Accentuated with a pair of brass finials, standing proudly above the grate in warm golden hues

Bow-front steel bars to the fascia display a pleasing natural patina, and help keep the contents within the grate

Eye-catching brass apron situated across the lower edge offers a final flourish of period refinement

The whole stands confidently upon a pair of splayed feet, completing the Georgian revival silhouette

The proportions and detailing of this example make it suitable for both decorative and functional hearths, offering an authentic period accent to any interior

A handsome and appealing late-Victorian fire basket, this example combines cast iron strength, steel durability, and brass ornamentation in perfect harmony. A tasteful addition to the country house fireplace, townhouse hearth, or traditional reception room, celebrating English design heritage with enduring style. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 50.5cm (20'')

Max Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Max Height: 56.5cm (22.25'')

Internal Width: 36cm (14.25'')

Internal Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'')

Internal Height: 15cm (6'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
56.5cm (22.24")
Width
50.5cm (19.88")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Iron Fire Basket to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1180307
Dealers Internal Reference
25543
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This is an antique free-standing fire basket.
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An English, cast iron, brass and steel decorative hearth in Georgian revival taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

A wonderful example of period craftsmanship, presenting a balanced form, attractive detailing, and appealing material contrast. The proportion and form is ideal for the traditional fireside.

fig 1. An antique cast iron fire basket featuring an ornate backplate, decorative brass finials, and curved legs.
fig 1. Antique Free-standing Fire Basket, English, Hearth, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Attractive example with useful proportion, the fire basket displays a robust cast iron body, enriched with steel and brass finishes

The decorative back rest is adorned with a relief cast frieze, featuring foliate and scroll motif

fig 2. An antique cast iron fire basket featuring an ornate backplate, decorative brass finials, and curved legs.
fig 2. Antique Free-standing Fire Basket, English, Hearth, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Presented in the Georgian manner, lending historic and decorative interest to the form

Accentuated with a pair of brass finials, standing proudly above the grate in warm golden hues

Bow-front steel bars to the fascia display a pleasing natural patina, and help keep the contents within the grate

fig 3. An antique cast iron fire basket featuring an ornate backplate, decorative brass finials, and curved legs.
fig 3. Antique Free-standing Fire Basket, English, Hearth, Georgian Revival, Victorian

Eye-catching brass apron situated across the lower edge offers a final flourish of period refinement

The whole stands confidently upon a pair of splayed feet, completing the Georgian revival silhouette

fig 4. An antique cast iron fire basket featuring an ornate backplate, decorative brass finials, and curved legs.
fig 4. Antique Free-standing Fire Basket, English, Hearth, Georgian Revival, Victorian

The proportions and detailing of this example make it suitable for both decorative and functional hearths, offering an authentic period accent to any interior

A handsome and appealing late-Victorian fire basket, this example combines cast iron strength, steel durability, and brass ornamentation in perfect harmony. A tasteful addition to the country house fireplace, townhouse hearth, or traditional reception room, celebrating English design heritage with enduring style. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 50.5cm (20'')

Max Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')

Max Height: 56.5cm (22.25'')

Internal Width: 36cm (14.25'')

Internal Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'')

Internal Height: 15cm (6'')

Height
56.5cm (22.24")
Width
50.5cm (19.88")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Iron Fire Basket to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1180307
Dealers Internal Ref
25543
London Fine Antiques
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An antique cast iron fire basket featuring an ornate backplate, decorative brass finials, and curved legs.
Antique Free-standing Fire Basket, English, Hearth, Georgian Revival, Victorian
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFire Grates
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian Revival
  • MaterialCast Iron, Brass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsOrnate cast backplate, Brass finials, Cabriole style legs, Horizontal front bars
  • SizeH 56.5 cm (22 in) x W 50.5 cm (20 in) x D 26.5 cm (10 in)

FAQs

Fire baskets evolved from simple firedogs and iron grates used in open hearths to contain coal and wood efficiently as coal became a primary domestic fuel source during the 17th and 18th centuries.

These pieces were traditionally cast from iron or forged by blacksmiths, often featuring decorative brass finials, cast backplates with relief ornamentation, and slatted grates designed to maximise airflow.

Authenticity is identified through heavy cast iron construction, hand-filed surfaces, period-accurate casting marks, traditional assembly methods such as bolted or tenoned joints, and appropriate wear consistent with age.

They serve as striking focal points within a fireplace hearth, and when not in use for fires, they can be styled with pillar candles, dried botanicals, or left empty as sculptural decorative objects.

Maintenance involves removing soot with a soft brush and applying a microcrystalline wax or traditional grate blacking polish to protect the metal from rust while preserving its matte finish.
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