Antique Leather Club Fender 19th Century

Name: 19th Century Steel & Leather Club Fender
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1196889
Price: 2400 GBP
Availability: InStock

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An antique 19th-century steel club fender featuring a red leather padded top seat supported by vertical steel spindles on a moulded metal base.

19th century steel & leather club fender

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A club fender is a low surround or guard designed to enclose a fireplace hearth, featuring an open centre and elevated padded seating atop metal uprights, originating in 19th-century English gentlemens clubs to provide additional warmth and seating.

Period club fenders were typically manufactured using cast iron, steel, or brass for the supporting framework, topped with leather or heavy textile upholstery secured over horsehair padding.

Genuine Victorian and Edwardian examples feature hand-twisted or forged iron spindles, heavy patinated metals, hand-stitched leather upholstery showing natural wear, and solid weight reflecting period foundry techniques.

Position the fender around an active or decorative fireplace hearth to frame the chimney breast, offering architectural structure and casual seating in traditional, rustic, or dark academia interior schemes.

Metalwork requires gentle cleaning with a soft dry cloth and occasional wax application to prevent oxidation, while leather seating should be conditioned periodically with specialised hide food to preserve flexibility.

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19th Century Steel & Leather Club Fender