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A Magnificent Dore Bronze Fender, E F Caldwell New York C1900 196cm Length
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A Magnificent Dore Bronze Fender, E F Caldwell New York C1900 196cm Length

1900 - 1920
Description

A truly magnificent Dore Bronze country house fender of large proportions. Attributed to E F Caldwell New York . Beautiful cast with central 2 handled urn with rams heads, flanked by 2 female winged Sphinx followed by a swan at each end. Scolling leaves and flowers with husks of wheat between.

Length 196cm (6ft 6 ins) x 48 cm h (19inches) In really good condition, rubbing to the gilding consistent with age.

This came from a large country estate in Derbyshire.

Caldwell supplied only the best. Clients included the Rockefellers, the Carnegies, and the Roosevelts.

The company was also commissioned for famous landmarks such as the White House, the Grand Central Terminal, Radio City Music Hall, and the Waldorf-Astoria in New York City.

A similar Fender has just sold for £28,000.00

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
196cm (77.17")
Declaration

Junk Antiques & Interiors has dated this Gilt Bronze Fireplace Fender to the 1900s.

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A truly magnificent Dore Bronze country house fender of large proportions. Attributed to E F Caldwell New York .
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Beautiful cast with central 2 handled urn with rams heads, flanked by 2 female winged Sphinx followed by a swan at each end.
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Scolling leaves and flowers with husks of wheat between.

fig 1. An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base.
fig 1. A Magnificent Dore Bronze Fender, E F Caldwell New York C1900 196cm Length

Length 196cm (6ft 6 ins) x 48 cm h (19inches) In really good condition, rubbing to the gilding consistent with age.

This came from a large country estate in Derbyshire.

Caldwell supplied only the best. Clients included the Rockefellers, the Carnegies, and the Roosevelts.

fig 2. An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base.
fig 2. A Magnificent Dore Bronze Fender, E F Caldwell New York C1900 196cm Length

The company was also commissioned for famous landmarks such as the White House, the Grand Central Terminal, Radio City Music Hall, and the Waldorf-Astoria in New York City.

A similar Fender has just sold for £28,000.00

Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
196cm (77.17")
Date of Manufacture

Junk Antiques & Interiors has dated this Gilt Bronze Fireplace Fender to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231076
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Archive I An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base.

A Magnificent Dore Bronze Fender, E F Caldwell New York C1900 196cm Length

Archive II An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base. View II
Archive III An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base. View III
Archive IV An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base. View IV
Archive V An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base. View V
Archive VI An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base. View VI
Archive VII An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base. View VII
Archive VIII An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base. View VIII
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An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base.
A Magnificent Dore Bronze Fender, E F Caldwell New York C1900 196cm Length
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An ornate gilt bronze fireplace fender featuring symmetrical winged sphinxes, swans, and a central classical urn on a moulded base.
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Fenders from these movements draw inspiration from classical antiquity, frequently incorporating symmetrical motifs such as winged sphinxes, central urns, laurels, and acanthus leaf scrollwork. Popular around the turn of the twentieth century, these ornate hearth accessories were crafted to complement opulent architectural schemes.

Dore bronze, or ormolu, involved applying a gold amalgam to finely cast bronze components before heating to leave a durable gilded finish. The individual decorative elements were typically cast using the lost-wax method and hand-chased prior to mechanical assembly onto a heavy rail.

Authentic pieces exhibit substantial weight, crisp hand-chasing, and natural oxidation or gentle wear to the gilded surface in exposed areas. Inspecting the underside or reverse often reveals cast assembly marks, threaded rod fittings, or foundry maker stamps.

Positioning a fender at the base of a stone or marble fireplace surround creates a visual anchor within a room. The warm metallic tones complement both neutral minimal backdrops and dark timber wall panelling, establishing a focal point in living rooms or libraries.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a soft bristle brush to reach recessed casting details. Avoid liquid polishes, abrasive cleaners, or water, as harsh chemicals can strip or permanently damage original gilded layers.
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