Antique Victorian Large Ornate Brass Fire Dogs and Irons

A magnificent pair of large antique Victorian brass fire dogs dating to circa 1880, exceptionally decorative examples displaying all the exuberance and quality associated with the late 19th-century Renaissance Revival period.

Each fire dog has an impressive architectural form, surmounted by a beautifully shaped spiral finial above a gadrooned baluster section. The substantial cast brass bases are particularly striking, centred by wonderfully modelled lion masks and flanked by opposing winged horses, their bodies, wings and harnesses finely detailed throughout.

The quality of the casting is excellent, with particularly crisp detail to the lion faces, winged horses and decorative foliage. The brass has developed a wonderful mellow golden colour with areas of natural age-related patination, giving them exactly the character one hopes to find on genuine antique fireplace furniture.

These are far more elaborate than the more commonly found simple Victorian fire dogs and would make an exceptional statement in a large fireplace, whether used traditionally or simply displayed decoratively. Their impressive scale, unusual subject matter and wonderfully ornate design make them a particularly striking pair.

A spectacular and unusually decorative pair of Victorian brass fire dogs, combining impressive scale, superb casting and highly unusual winged horse and lion decoration. An exceptional pair that would create a wonderful focal point in a period or contemporary interior.

Condition Report

In very good original antique condition with wonderful colour and patination. Minor surface marks and natural wear consistent with age and use.

Measurements

Height:30cm(11.81in)

Width:37.5cm(14.76in)

Depth:24cm(9.45in)

Date of manufacture: 1880

Origin: England

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