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Large Antique Fireplace Set, English, Fire Basket, Andirons, Gothic, Edwardian
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Large Antique Fireplace Set, English, Fire Basket, Andirons, Gothic, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Description

This is a large antique fireplace set. An English, cast iron fire basket and andirons suite with gothic revival taste, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Excellent proportion and a bold, traditional appearance for the wider hearth

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in gently time-worn order

Substantial cast iron presented in a good, consistent graphite finish

Suite contains a wide basket with two elegant fire dogs

Striking swan neck andirons with a serpentine form and distinctive demi-lune front legs

Fire basket rests along the long support arms of each andiron

Classic dog tooth form to the basket presents Gothic revival overtones

Suitable for all fuel types including coal, logs and kindling

This is an attractive antique fireplace set, with a generous proportion and fascinating traditional appeal. Ideal for the wider hearth. Delivered ready for the fireside.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 98.5cm (38.75'')

Max Depth: 54cm (21.25'')

Max Height: 33.5cm (13.25'')

Andirons Width: 22cm (8.75'')

Andirons Depth: 54cm (21.25'')

Andirons Height: 33.5cm (13.25'')

Basket Interior Width: 83.5cm (32.75'')

Basket Interior Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'')

Basket Interior Height: 12.5cm (5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
33.5cm (13.19")
Width
98.5cm (38.78")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1195539
Dealers Internal Reference
25519
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Description
This is a large antique fireplace set.
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An English, cast iron fire basket and andirons suite with gothic revival taste, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
London Fine Antiques

Excellent proportion and a bold, traditional appearance for the wider hearth

fig 1. An antique dark charcoal iron fire basket featuring a spiked rail and matching end supports with domed finials on arched feet.
fig 1. Large Antique Fireplace Set, English, Fire Basket, Andirons, Gothic, Edwardian

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in gently time-worn order

Substantial cast iron presented in a good, consistent graphite finish

Suite contains a wide basket with two elegant fire dogs

Striking swan neck andirons with a serpentine form and distinctive demi-lune front legs

fig 2. An antique dark charcoal iron fire basket featuring a spiked rail and matching end supports with domed finials on arched feet.
fig 2. Large Antique Fireplace Set, English, Fire Basket, Andirons, Gothic, Edwardian

Fire basket rests along the long support arms of each andiron

Classic dog tooth form to the basket presents Gothic revival overtones

Suitable for all fuel types including coal, logs and kindling

This is an attractive antique fireplace set, with a generous proportion and fascinating traditional appeal. Ideal for the wider hearth. Delivered ready for the fireside.

fig 3. An antique dark charcoal iron fire basket featuring a spiked rail and matching end supports with domed finials on arched feet.
fig 3. Large Antique Fireplace Set, English, Fire Basket, Andirons, Gothic, Edwardian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 98.5cm (38.75'')

Max Depth: 54cm (21.25'')

Max Height: 33.5cm (13.25'')

Andirons Width: 22cm (8.75'')

Andirons Depth: 54cm (21.25'')

Andirons Height: 33.5cm (13.25'')

Basket Interior Width: 83.5cm (32.75'')

Basket Interior Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'')

Basket Interior Height: 12.5cm (5'')

Height
33.5cm (13.19")
Width
98.5cm (38.78")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1195539
Dealers Internal Ref
25519
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An antique dark charcoal iron fire basket featuring a spiked rail and matching end supports with domed finials on arched feet.
Large Antique Fireplace Set, English, Fire Basket, Andirons, Gothic, Edwardian
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Edwardian and Gothic Revival fire baskets often feature heavy ironwork, stylized spikes, geometric arches, and decorative finials. They combine practical hearth functionality with structural motif elements inspired by medieval and early English architecture.

Period fire baskets were predominantly constructed using heavy wrought iron or cast iron, designed to withstand intense heat and daily exposure to open flames over extended periods.

Authentic period fire grates display signs of historic forge craftsmanship, heavy construction weight, subtle hand-hammered irregularities, and authentic surface oxidisation or patina consistent with age.

An antique fire basket can serve as a striking focal point inside a restored open fireplace, an accent piece holding decorative birch logs, or an architectural feature in a modern hearth setting.

To preserve iron fire baskets, remove loose ash with a soft brush, avoid water exposure to prevent rust, and apply traditional black grate polish to maintain heat resistance and protect the metal surface.
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