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Large Victorian Brass Arts & Crafts Fire Fender (4ft3)
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Large Victorian Brass Arts & Crafts Fire Fender (4ft3)

1900 - 1920
Description

A large and impressive antique Victorian Arts and Crafts brass fire fender dating from circa 1900. A very decorative and good quality fender, it features arts and crafts repoussé decorations to the front and sides and has a decorative gallery to the top.

Construction:

Brass

Condition Report:

Lightly polished finish with scuffs, wear and marks commensurate with age. Quite few splashes/stains to the front (see photos).

Dimensions:

Width External: 130cm

Width Internal: 121cm

Depth External: 36cm

Depth Internal: 33cm

Height: 20cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Brass Fire Fender to the 1900s.

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SA1210399
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A large and impressive antique Victorian Arts and Crafts brass fire fender dating from circa 1900.
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A very decorative and good quality fender, it features arts and crafts repoussé decorations to the front and sides and has a decorative gallery to the top.
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fig 1. An antique Victorian brass fire fender featuring embossed stylised floral panels and a geometric openwork top rail.
fig 1. Large Victorian Brass Arts & Crafts Fire Fender (4ft3)

Construction:

Brass

Condition Report:

Lightly polished finish with scuffs, wear and marks commensurate with age. Quite few splashes/stains to the front (see photos).

Dimensions:

Width External: 130cm

Width Internal: 121cm

Depth External: 36cm

Depth Internal: 33cm

Height: 20cm

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Brass Fire Fender to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1210399
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An antique Victorian brass fire fender featuring embossed stylised floral panels and a geometric openwork top rail.
Large Victorian Brass Arts & Crafts Fire Fender (4FT3)
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectFireplace Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Iron
  • ColourWarm Brass
  • MotifsEmbossed stylised flora, geometric top rail, folded brass edging
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 130 cm (51 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

This large Victorian Arts and Crafts fire fender from circa 1900 is made of brass and iron with a warm brass colour and a lightly polished finish. The piece includes embossed stylised floral repoussé panels to the front and sides, a geometric openwork top rail, and folded brass edging along the base. Visible signs of age comprise scuffs, wear, marks, and several splashes and stains across the front surface. The fender measures 20 cm high, 130 cm wide, and 36 cm deep, with internal dimensions of 121 cm wide and 33 cm deep. It is positioned on a fireplace hearth to contain embers and frame an active fireplace in a living room or study.

FAQs

Fire fenders were introduced to enclose the fireplace hearth, preventing burning embers from rolling onto timber floors or rugs. During the late Victorian and Arts and Crafts movements, these functional elements became decorative focal points, reflecting handcrafted metalwork design principles.

Victorian and Arts and Crafts fire fenders were typically constructed from sheet brass, copper, or wrought iron. They feature riveted joins, hand-punched embossed motifs, and structured geometric top rails supported by internal iron framing.

Authentic period pieces exhibit uneven patination, natural surface oxidisation, and hand-finished construction signs such as folded seams and copper or iron rivets. Modern reproductions tend to feature uniform machine polishing and lighter cast construction.

Position the fender directly around the base of a tiled or stone hearth to frame the fireplace opening. The warm metallic tone creates contrast against modern neutral paint schemes or exposed brickwork.

Dust regularly with a dry microfiber cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners that strip historical patina. Gentle metal polishes may be applied sparingly if a brighter finish is desired, though preserving aged surface character is recommended.
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