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Victorian Aesthetic Movement Engraved Brass Fire Tools
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Victorian Aesthetic Movement Engraved Brass Fire Tools

19th century
Description

An magnificent set of 3 antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement engraved brass fire tools dating from circa 1880. Comprising of a shovel, tongs and a poker, with ring turned handles topped with finials they are wonderfully decorated with floral engraving. An attractive and unusual set that would complement any fireplace.

Construction:

Brass

Condition Report:

Good condition with light polished finish.

Dimensions:

Shovel

Height: 65cm

Width: 12cm

Depth: 2cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated these Victorian Brass Fire Tools to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235853
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Description
An magnificent set of 3 antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement engraved brass fire tools dating from circa 1880.
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Comprising of a shovel, tongs and a poker, with ring turned handles topped with finials they are wonderfully decorated with floral engraving.
Antique Furniture Direct

An attractive and unusual set that would complement any fireplace.

Construction:

Brass

Condition Report:

Good condition with light polished finish.

Dimensions:

Shovel

Height: 65cm

Width: 12cm

Depth: 2cm

Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated these Victorian Brass Fire Tools to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235853
Antique Furniture Direct
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Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2013
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A three-piece set of Victorian brass fire tools consisting of a shovel, a poker, and tongs with turned and engraved handles.
Victorian Aesthetic Movement Engraved Brass Fire Tools
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A three-piece set of Victorian brass fire tools consisting of a shovel, a poker, and tongs with turned and engraved handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFire Tools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Aesthetic Movement
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourWarm Brass
  • MotifsReeded handles, engraved decoration, finial tops, turned joints
  • SizeH 65 cm (26 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Originating in the late 19th century, Aesthetic Movement fire tools feature stylized naturalistic or geometric engravings, reeded turning, and refined finials, prioritising artistic craftsmanship and form alongside practical hearth function.

Victorian fire irons were predominantly made from cast brass, wrought iron, or polished steel. Higher-end decorative sets often utilized solid brass handles with turned and engraved details joined to functional iron or brass shafts.

Authentic pieces feature threaded screw assembly joints, hand-chased or hand-engraved motifs, cast seam lines, and natural oxidisation or tarnish near the functional ends rather than uniform modern machine finishing.

Position the tools on a hearth plate or beside a log burner alongside natural materials such as stone, marble, or dark timber to create textural contrast and introduce historical character to modern living spaces.

Clean brass tools using a soft cloth and non-abrasive brass polish to maintain brightness, or leave unpolished to preserve the aged patina. Ensure soot and residue are regularly brushed off to prevent corrosion.
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