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Victorian Brass Coal Box
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Victorian Brass Coal Box

19th century
Description

Victorian period good quality unusual shaped brass coal box.

Having lift up opening lid with carved decoration.

Upper carrying handle and original brass shovel.

This lovely coal box is in good all round condition. Circa 1850

Measurements

Height 18"

Length 22"

Width 10"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Victorian Brass Coal Scuttle to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA669685
Dealers Internal Reference
421B26/6 CC F
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Description
Victorian period good quality unusual shaped brass coal box.

Having lift up opening lid with carved decoration.

Upper carrying handle and original brass shovel.

This lovely coal box is in good all round condition. Circa 1850

Measurements

Height 18"

Length 22"

Width 10"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
25.5cm (10.04")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Victorian Brass Coal Scuttle to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA669685
Dealers Internal Ref
421B26/6 CC F
Harrison Antique Furniture
Harrison Antique Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010

At harrison antique furniture we sell online affordable antique & pre-1940's furniture for every room in the home.

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A Victorian brass coal scuttle with an embossed hinged lid, turned wooden top handle, ornate pedestal base, and an accompanying metal shovel.
Victorian Brass Coal Box
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  • ObjectCoal Scuttle
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Iron, Wood
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsEmbossed medallion, turned wooden handle, scrollwork pedestal base, hinged cylindrical lid
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 25.5 cm (10 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

This Victorian brass coal box from circa 1850 combines practical utility with decorative fire-side storage. Made from polished gold-coloured brass with iron and wood elements, the piece features a cylindrical body mounted on an ornate scrollwork pedestal base, a hinged front lid with an embossed medallion and raised mouldings, and an upper carrying handle with a dark turned wooden grip. Beside it rests an accompanying metal shovel with a matching turned brass handle, showing natural oxidation and surface wear from past use. The item measures 46 cm high, 25.5 cm wide, and 51 cm deep. Positioned on a fireplace hearth, this coal box stores solid fuel while adding traditional Victorian character to a living room, study, or period interior. The hinged lid opens to provide access to the interior chamber for loading and dispensing fuel cleanly near the hearth, while the solid construction allows the container to withstand regular daily handling. The accompanying shovel sits conveniently on the floor nearby for tending the fire.

FAQs

A Victorian brass coal scuttle, also known as a purdonium, is a specialised hearthside vessel designed during the nineteenth century to store coal cleanly near domestic fireplaces while preventing dust dispersal.

These items were predominantly constructed from sheet brass, copper, or cast iron, often featuring turned wooden or brass handles, embossed decorative panels, and fitted metal lining scoops.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples feature hand-riveted seams, natural surface patination, heavy gauge metals, turned wooden handles showing age-related wear, and period embossing techniques rather than modern machine stamping.

Place the coal box beside a functional hearth or modern stove to hold kindling, rolled hearth newspapers, or small logs, adding warm metallic texture to living spaces.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical abrasives that strip aged patina; gentle brass polish may be applied sparingly if a brighter lustre is preferred.
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