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Pair Antique Victorian Brass Flat Irons
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Pair Antique Victorian Brass Flat Irons

19th century
Sold 31 March 2026 · Antique Furniture Direct
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Description

A fantastic pair of antique Victorian brass flat irons or box irons dating from circa 1890. In polished brass with turned wooden handles and complete with original heating “slugs”. The heating slug would be heated in the fire before placing it in the box via the gate at the rear. These charming little irons would have been used for ironing cuffs or collars. They would make lovely decorative display items for a cottage kitchen or period house.

Construction/Wood:

Brass / Wood

Condition Report:

Good condition with wear and marks commensurate with age. Lightly polished finish.

Dimensions:

Width: 9cm

Depth: 15cm

Height: 14cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated these Antique Brass Flat Irons to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204065
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Description
A fantastic pair of antique Victorian brass flat irons or box irons dating from circa 1890. In polished brass with turned wooden handles and complete with original heating “slugs”. The heating slug would be heated in the fire before placing it in the box via the gate at the rear. These charming little irons would have been used for ironing cuffs or collars. They would make lovely decorative display items for a cottage kitchen or period house.

Construction/Wood:

Brass / Wood

Condition Report:

Good condition with wear and marks commensurate with age. Lightly polished finish.

Dimensions:

Width: 9cm

Depth: 15cm

Height: 14cm

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated these Antique Brass Flat Irons to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204065
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Antique Furniture Direct
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2013
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A pair of antique brass flat irons with turned wooden handles displayed on a white background.
Pair Antique Victorian Brass Flat Irons
Ref: SA1204065
A pair of antique brass flat irons with turned wooden handles displayed on a white background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Wood
  • ColourPolished Brass
  • MotifsTurned wooden handle, Pointed sole plate, Removable handle mechanism
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Victorian flat irons, also known as sad irons, were essential household laundry tools heated on a stove or hearth before use during the nineteenth century.

They were typically constructed from solid cast brass or iron, often featuring turned wooden handles to protect the users hand from heat.

Authentic pieces show natural wear, maker marks, casting imperfections, and genuine patination accumulated through age and functional use.

They make excellent decorative objects for hearths, rustic shelving, or mantels, adding industrial character and historical texture to a space.

Preserve the original surface by dusting gently with a dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes that strip historical patina.
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