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Victorian Folding Brass Fire Guard
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Victorian Folding Brass Fire Guard

19th century
Description

A charming antique Victorian brass folding fire guard dating from circa 1890. The polished tubular brass frame has a mesh infill and a useful carry handle to the top. It stands on elegant small turned brass feet. The side panels fold away on brass hinges making it easy to store when not in use.

Construction:

Brass

Condition Report:

Good condition with wear and marks commensurate with age. Polished finish.

Dimensions:

Unfolded Width: 79cm

Folded Up Width: 42cm

Depth: 2cm

Height to Handle: 60cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Brass Fire Guard to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1203639
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Description
A charming antique Victorian brass folding fire guard dating from circa 1890. The polished tubular brass frame has a mesh infill and a useful carry handle to the top. It stands on elegant small turned brass feet. The side panels fold away on brass hinges making it easy to store when not in use.

Construction:

Brass

Condition Report:

Good condition with wear and marks commensurate with age. Polished finish.

Dimensions:

Unfolded Width: 79cm

Folded Up Width: 42cm

Depth: 2cm

Height to Handle: 60cm

Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Brass Fire Guard to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1203639
Antique Furniture Direct
Antique Furniture Direct
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A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet.
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Archive I A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet.

Victorian Folding Brass Fire Guard

Archive II A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View II
Archive III A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View III
Archive IV A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View IV
Archive V A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View V
Archive VI A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View IX
Archive X A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View X
Archive XI A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet. View XIII
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A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet.
Victorian Folding Brass Fire Guard
Ref: SA1203639
A Victorian three-panel folding fire guard crafted with a tubular brass frame, fine wire mesh inserts, central loop handle, and small feet.
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FAQs

During the Victorian era, fire guards were essential hearth accessories designed to prevent sparks, coal, and embers from escaping open fires into living spaces. Folding models allowed homeowners to adjust protection based on the size of the hearth and conveniently store the guard when not in use.

Victorian fire guards were typically constructed using a combination of tubular or solid brass for the structural frame and woven steel or brass wire mesh for the central spark-arresting panels.

Authentic period pieces often feature original cast joints, naturally developed surface patination, hand-woven wire mesh, and period-style fittings such as carry handles and simple turned feet.

A brass fire guard can be placed directly on the hearth of an open fireplace, modern log burner, or decorative disused chimney breast to add textural contrast against brick, tile, or stone surrounds.

Dust the mesh regularly with a soft brush or dry vacuum attachment. To preserve the aged patina on the brass framework, wipe with a dry cloth and avoid aggressive chemical polishes that strip historical surface finish.
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