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19th Century Arts and Crafts Brutalist Riveted Copper Fender
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19th Century Arts and Crafts Brutalist Riveted Copper Fender

19th century
For Sale by Elmgarden
Description

19th Century Arts and Crafts Brutalist Riveted Copper Fender

A superb design statement piece, the sort of thing we associate with Liberty

Hand Forged in copper with rivets and stylised hearts

The Fender is in good sound condition it is 6” high, 42” long and 15” deep and 37” inside across the back

TPM136. To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Arts Crafts Copper Fender to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1229221
Dealers Internal Reference
TPM136
Description
19th Century Arts and Crafts Brutalist Riveted Copper Fender

A superb design statement piece, the sort of thing we associate with Liberty

Hand Forged in copper with rivets and stylised hearts

“
The Fender is in good sound condition it is 6” high, 42” long and 15” deep and 37” inside across the back.
Elmgarden

TPM136. To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Arts Crafts Copper Fender to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1229221
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TPM136
Elmgarden
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Archive I A 19th-century copper fireplace fender with hand-riveted joinery, a hammered metal texture, and raised rectangular rails.

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A 19th-century copper fireplace fender with hand-riveted joinery, a hammered metal texture, and raised rectangular rails.
19th Century Arts and Crafts Brutalist Riveted Copper Fender
Ref: SA1229221
A 19th-century copper fireplace fender with hand-riveted joinery, a hammered metal texture, and raised rectangular rails.
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  • ObjectFireplace Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialCopper
  • ColourCopper
  • MotifsHand-riveted joints, Hammered copper texture, Cut-out side rails
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 108 cm (43 in) x D 33 cm (13 in)

This Victorian Arts and Crafts fireplace fender takes the form of a low metal guard designed to sit on a hearth in front of a fireplace. Made from copper with a warm metallic brown colour and a hand-hammered texture, the piece exhibits an industrial aesthetic with exposed hand-riveted joints along the front rails, vertical strapwork supports, stylised heart-shaped feet, and rectangular cut-out openings along the upper border. It measures 15 cm high, 108 cm wide, and 33 cm deep overall. In a contemporary home, this accessory serves as a decorative and functional barrier on the hearth of an open fireplace or wood-burning stove, fitting naturally into industrial loft or historic interior schemes. The robust metal construction and hand-finished details provide both a visual focal point and practical protection for the floor surrounding the hearth.

FAQs

Originating in the late 19th century, Arts and Crafts fireplace fenders are low metal hearth borders designed to contain ash and embers. They embody a design philosophy focused on hand craftsmanship, exposed construction elements, and simple geometric forms.

19th-century hearth fenders were constructed primarily using metals such as copper, brass, wrought iron, and cast iron. Manufacturing techniques involved hand-hammering, metal beating, and structural riveting to create functional hearth surrounds.

Authentic 19th-century copper fenders display hand-driven rivets, slight surface irregularities from hand hammering, and natural signs of historical oxidisation. Joinery typically demonstrates manual metalwork techniques rather than modern machine welds.

A metal fireplace fender can be positioned around a open hearth to define the fireplace area or set within an unused chimney breast as a structural accent. The copper tone contrasts against stone, exposed brick, or painted timber surrounds.

Dust copper metalwork regularly using a dry, lint-free cloth. To protect the existing aged patina, avoid abrasive metal polishes or chemical cleaners, applying a light coat of microcrystalline wax to guard against moisture.
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