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French Brass & Cast Iron Fender
Michael Holt Antiques
for sale €995     $1,080
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Michael Holt Antiques

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French Brass & Cast Iron Fender

19th century
Description

French Brass & Cast iron Fender

A typical present from the farmer to his wife after a successful day at the market!

Free UK delivery for items or consignments over £1,000. Price reductions considered for multiple purchases.

Physical Dimensions
Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
170cm (66.93")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Michael Holt Antiques has dated this French Brass Fireplace Fender to the 1880s.

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SA1210741
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Item number 106
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I have many items I am bringing to Selling Antiques and will be loading items over the next few weeks.

Please get in touch in you would like to make an appointment to view my huge range of Fire Dogs, Fire Screen, Chandeliers, Jardinieres and other brass/metal antiques.

Description
French Brass & Cast iron Fender

A typical present from the farmer to his wife after a successful day at the market!

Free UK delivery for items or consignments over £1,000. Price reductions considered for multiple purchases.

Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
170cm (66.93")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Michael Holt Antiques has dated this French Brass Fireplace Fender to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1210741
Dealers Internal Ref
Item number 106
Michael Holt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2026

Specialist in metal antiques, especially brass and cast iron.

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A French cast iron and brass fireplace fender featuring recumbent dog sculptures on rectangular plinths joined by a horizontal central rail.
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Archive I A French cast iron and brass fireplace fender featuring recumbent dog sculptures on rectangular plinths joined by a horizontal central rail.

French Brass & Cast iron fender

Archive II A French cast iron and brass fireplace fender featuring recumbent dog sculptures on rectangular plinths joined by a horizontal central rail. View II
Archive III A French cast iron and brass fireplace fender featuring recumbent dog sculptures on rectangular plinths joined by a horizontal central rail. View III
Archive IV A French cast iron and brass fireplace fender featuring recumbent dog sculptures on rectangular plinths joined by a horizontal central rail. View IV
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Michael Holt Antiques
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A French cast iron and brass fireplace fender featuring recumbent dog sculptures on rectangular plinths joined by a horizontal central rail.
French Brass & Cast iron fender
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A French cast iron and brass fireplace fender featuring recumbent dog sculptures on rectangular plinths joined by a horizontal central rail.
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A fireplace fender is a low metallic curb placed around a hearth to retain falling embers, ashes, and coal. Popularised in eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Europe, French designs frequently incorporated detailed cast metal figures, classical swags, and polished brass rails.

Traditional French fenders were manufactured using cast iron for structural weight and heat resistance, combined with brass or bronze elements. Ormolu or gilt-brass mounts were frequently added to decorative end-plinths to provide contrast against dark patinated iron bases.

Authentic period pieces feature heavy cast construction, hand-chased brass mounts, and original threaded rod fittings beneath the base. Natural surface patination, oxidation in crevice areas, and subtle casting irregularities distinguish genuine period items from modern reproductions.

Place the fender directly on the hearth step in front of an open fire, wood-burning stove, or decorative fireplace insert. The combination of dark iron and gilt brass complements contemporary stone hearths, tiled surrounds, and dark hardwood floors.

Dust cast iron components regularly with a soft dry brush and apply microcrystalline wax to prevent rust formation. Clean brass elements using a non-abrasive metal cleaner, taking care to avoid getting liquid polish on adjacent patinated iron surfaces.
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