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Rare and Delightful Victorian Miniature Salesman’s Brass & Iron Fire Place
For sale by Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
for sale €1,638     $1,778
£1,400
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Rare and Delightful Victorian Miniature Salesman’s Brass & Iron Fire Place

19th century
Description

Complete with companion set, in its original mahogany case.

The glazed display case with scallop shell crest and original wall paper lining. The fire surround with gilt and painted highlights, brass fire grate, fender and tools including shovel, tongs and poker. The scallop crest is removable, allowing for the glass to be slid out using a little tool that is stored in its own holder on the rear of the crest, the fire place can then be removed by unscrewing a brass bezel on the rear of case.

29cm Wide x 39cm High.

Physical Dimensions
Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Victorian Miniature Fireplace Model to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204715
Dealers Internal Reference
26776
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Description
Complete with companion set, in its original mahogany case.

The glazed display case with scallop shell crest and original wall paper lining.

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The fire surround with gilt and painted highlights, brass fire grate, fender and tools including shovel, tongs and poker.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

The scallop crest is removable, allowing for the glass to be slid out using a little tool that is stored in its own holder on the rear of the crest, the fire place can then be removed by unscrewing a brass bezel on the rear of case.

29cm Wide x 39cm High.

Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Victorian Miniature Fireplace Model to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1204715
Dealers Internal Ref
26776
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Kendall house antiques a traditional shop in the north cotswold’s market town of chipping campden.

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A Victorian miniature fireplace model with brass and iron hearth details, enclosed in a dark wood cabinet with a shell carved pediment.
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Archive I A Victorian miniature fireplace model with brass and iron hearth details, enclosed in a dark wood cabinet with a shell carved pediment.

Rare and Delightful Victorian Miniature Salesman’s Brass & Iron Fire Place

Archive II A Victorian miniature fireplace model with brass and iron hearth details, enclosed in a dark wood cabinet with a shell carved pediment. View II
Archive III A Victorian miniature fireplace model with brass and iron hearth details, enclosed in a dark wood cabinet with a shell carved pediment. View III
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Archive VI A Victorian miniature fireplace model with brass and iron hearth details, enclosed in a dark wood cabinet with a shell carved pediment. View VI
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07880 602715
Location
Kendall House
High Street
Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
GL55 6AG 7
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/kendallhouse
Verified Since May 2022
Items For Sale 149
Items Sold 455
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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Location: Kendall House, High Street, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6AG 7, United Kingdom
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A Victorian miniature fireplace model with brass and iron hearth details, enclosed in a dark wood cabinet with a shell carved pediment.
Rare and delightful Victorian miniature salesman’s brass & Iron fire place
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A Victorian miniature fireplace model with brass and iron hearth details, enclosed in a dark wood cabinet with a shell carved pediment.
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  • ObjectMiniatures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Iron, Wood, Paper
  • ColourDark Brown, Gold
  • MotifsShell cresting, Rococo scrollwork, Foliate surround, Fender and fire tools
  • SizeH 39 cm (15 in) x W 29 cm (11 in)

This Victorian miniature salesman's brass and iron fireplace is a delightful salesman's sample housed in its original dark brown mahogany case. The glazed display cabinet has a removable scallop shell carved pediment, a colourful floral and bird patterned wallpaper lining, and grooved wooden side interiors. Inside sits a miniature fireplace with a gilt-highlighted Rococo foliate surround, a brass fire grate, a fender, and a companion set comprising a shovel, tongs, and poker. The case measures 39 cm high and 29 cm wide. This miniature display piece brings character to a bookshelf or desk in a gentleman's library or study. Its compact proportions make it simple to place among books or collection items, adding a touch of period detail to a room without taking up much space. The removable shell crest and sliding glass front reveal the intricate workmanship of the interior hearth, making it an engaging item for close inspection.

FAQs

Salesmans samples were scale models created by manufacturers in the 19th century to demonstrate craftsmanship and design options to clients without transporting full-sized inventory.

These items were typically constructed from cast iron, brass, gilt metal, and wood, often featuring detailed ironwork and working miniature fire irons or surrounds.

Authentic pieces display period-correct casting marks, authentic patination on metals, hand-carved details, and proportioned joinery consistent with 19th-century metalworking and cabinetmaking techniques.

A miniature fireplace box makes a distinct accent piece when displayed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or console table alongside framed art and architectural curiosities.

Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners that can strip original gilt finishes or historic patination from cast iron and brass elements.
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