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Pair of Victorian Fireplace Ornaments
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Pair of Victorian Fireplace Ornaments

19th century
Description

Rare subject matter and rare to get the original stove enamelling. Probably aimed at the farming fraternity. Circa 1890.

with traces of a registration number at the rear.. These would have adorned the Victorian fire range back in the day, along with the pot dogs etc.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

witchantiques.com has dated these Victorian Sheep Fireplace Ornaments to the 19th Century.

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SA1212916
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SKU. G.182
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Description
Rare subject matter and rare to get the original stove enamelling. Probably aimed at the farming fraternity. Circa 1890.

with traces of a registration number at the rear.. These would have adorned the Victorian fire range back in the day, along with the pot dogs etc.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

witchantiques.com has dated these Victorian Sheep Fireplace Ornaments to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1212916
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SKU. G.182
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Higher Walton Rd
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A pair of painted cast iron Victorian sheep ornaments standing on green bases.
Pair of Victorian Fireplace Ornaments
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A pair of painted cast iron Victorian sheep ornaments standing on green bases.
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During the Victorian era, cast iron and ceramic animal ornaments were frequently crafted to adorn hearths, mantelpieces, and firesides. Figures of sheep, dogs, and farm animals were particularly popular in rural and suburban homes to add visual warmth and decorative interest.

These figures were produced by pouring molten iron into multi-piece sand moulds before being allowed to cool and set. Once cold, the seams were filed down, and hand-applied oil or enamel paint was applied to create details on the coat and grassy base.

Authentic nineteenth-century cast iron pieces feature visible mould seam lines, heavy weight, and subtle imperfections from hand-finishing. Original paintwork typically displays natural age-related wear, chipping, and micro-craquelure, rather than a uniform modern powder coat.

Place a pair symmetrically on a fireplace mantelpiece, windowsill, or open bookshelf to introduce texture and historic character. They also work effectively as decorative bookends or tabletop accents in country cottage and rustic interiors.

Dust the surface gently with a soft, dry brush or microfibre cloth to avoid flaking original paint. Keep the figures in a dry indoor environment to prevent corrosion, avoiding liquid cleaners or abrasive polishes.
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