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Large 19th Century Fire Grate on Wrought Iron Andirons
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Large 19th Century Fire Grate on Wrought Iron Andirons

19th century
For Sale by Elmgarden
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Large 19th Century Fire Grate on Wrought Iron Andirons

This is a very large pair of wrought iron soup bowl Andirons, they are Blacksmith made with bowls to the top, they support a very attractive and sturdy grate with solid pig bars at the bottom, so no danger of them ever burning through. Wonderful large pieces in good condition, the pig bars in the grate are moveable so this piece would lend itself to the adaption of a gas burner.

The grate is 27” high, " wide and 50” wide overall and 24” deep.

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

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Wrought Iron Fire Grate to the 19th Century.

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Large 19th Century Fire Grate on Wrought Iron Andirons

This is a very large pair of wrought iron soup bowl Andirons, they are Blacksmith made with bowls to the top, they support a very attractive and sturdy grate with solid pig bars at the bottom, so no danger of them ever burning through.

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Wonderful large pieces in good condition, the pig bars in the grate are moveable so this piece would lend itself to the adaption of a gas burner.
Elmgarden

The grate is 27” high, " wide and 50” wide overall and 24” deep.

TRF217

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

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Wrought Iron Fire Grate to the 19th Century.

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SA1244893
Elmgarden
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A large 19th-century black wrought iron fire grate suspended between two decorative integrated scrollwork andirons featuring brass finials.
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A large 19th-century black wrought iron fire grate suspended between two decorative integrated scrollwork andirons featuring brass finials.
Large 19th Century Fire Grate on Wrought Iron Andirons
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  • ObjectFire Grates
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Gothic
  • MaterialWrought Iron, Brass
  • ColourBlack, Brass
  • MotifsScrollwork, brass finials, twisted iron uprights

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During the 19th century, large open fireplaces in country houses relied on raised grates supported by andirons (fire dogs) to hold solid fuel. Elevating the logs allowed airflow underneath to feed oxygen to the flames while channeling ash downwards into the hearth pit.

Hearthware from this era was predominantly forged from wrought iron due to its high tensile strength and tolerance to extreme heat. Accents such as finials or polished decorative trims were frequently crafted from cast brass.

Authentic pieces exhibit visible signs of hand-forging, such as slight irregularities in the scrollwork, hammer marks, rivets, and joined iron bars rather than uniform modern machine welds. Natural surface oxidisation and wear from historic heat exposure are also typical indicators.

In modern living spaces, an antique fire grate can be installed inside an unlit decorative hearth or adapted with bioethanol burners or LED log inserts. Placing it central to an empty chimney breast adds structural weight and historical character.

Wrought iron should be kept dry to prevent rust and periodically treated with traditional blacking paste or microcrystalline wax. Brass finials can be gently polished with a soft cloth while preserving any historic natural patina in recessed areas.
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