Victorian Brass Fire Irons 19th Century

Name: A Set of High Quality 19th Century Brass Fire
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA736080
Price: 350 GBP
Availability: InStock

FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Brass Triple Companion Fire Tool Set

1900

Set of 19th-century Fire Tools Antique

Victorian

Quality Antique Victorian Brass Fire Irons and Fire Dogs

1880

Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Brass Fire Dogs

1860

Antique Set of Three Victorian Quality Brass Fire Irons

1860

Set of 19th Century Brass Fire Irons

19th Century

Rare Brass Fireside Suite of Claw & Ball Design

Victorian

Antique Victorian Quality Brass Fire Irons and Fire Dogs

1860

Antique Set of Brass Fire Irons.

1920

Brass & Steel Fire Fender with Brass Fire Irons

Edwardian

Victorian Brass Fender Set

1880

Quality Victorian Brass Set Fire Tools Irons C1870

1870

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Secure Transit

Cataloguer’s Note

Sustainable Choice

Frequently Asked Questions

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectFireplace Accessories
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialBrass, Iron
ColourWarm Brass
MotifsKnopped handles, Shell shovel blade, Turned shafts
SizeH 69 cm (27 in) x W 13.5 cm (5 in) x D 13.5 cm (5 in)

This three-piece Victorian fireplace accessory set comprises a shovel, a poker and a pair of tongs, forged in warm brass and iron. Each implement has a baluster-shaped top with knopped finials, a smooth turned shaft, and polished surfaces reflecting light. The shovel displays a decorative shell-shaped blade with raised fluting, while the tongs incorporate an openwork circular grip adorned with relief motifs. Measuring 69 cm in length, the set possesses a substantial weight and remains in very good condition with clean polish. Positioned on a hearth beside an open fire or wood burner, these functional antique irons bring traditional English country house character to a living room or study. The grouping arranges neatly in a stand or rests directly against a stone or brick surround, offering both practical utility for tending fires and an ornate decorative accent during warmer months. The golden metal tones complement traditional grates, fire baskets and fender surrounds.

FAQs

During the 19th century, hearth tools were designed with decorative knopped handles, turned shafts, and ornate shovel blades featuring shell or scroll motifs, blending functional utility with classical styling.

Antique sets were typically cast or turned from solid brass, with wrought iron or steel tips used on pokers and tongs to withstand direct exposure to hot coals.

Authentic period pieces often display cast seams, hand-chased decorative details, threaded handle assemblies, and subtle wear or oxidisation where brass joins iron components.

Positioned beside a hearth or stored within a cast-iron or brass stand, these items add textural depth and historical contrast to both traditional inglenooks and minimalist fireplaces.

Dust the surfaces regularly and clean brass elements with microcrystalline wax or standard metal polish to prevent tarnish, keeping any iron tips lightly oiled against corrosion.

Hobson May Collection

A Set of High Quality 19th Century Brass Fire