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Victorian Fire Guard with Brass Top Rail
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Victorian Fire Guard with Brass Top Rail

19th century
Description

A very attractive and practical 19th century fire guard with brass top rail and good iron base. This Victorian fire guard has a decorative curved line and is in excellent condition with strong iron mesh. A super very high quality antique fire guard to add character and charm to any hearth.

c.1880

Width: 29.5" (75cm)

Height: 12.5" (32cm)

Depth: 10.5" (27cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

Hobson May Collection has dated this Victorian Brass Fire Guard to the 19th Century.

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SA837694
Dealers Internal Reference
D809
Description
A very attractive and practical 19th century fire guard with brass top rail and good iron base.
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This Victorian fire guard has a decorative curved line and is in excellent condition with strong iron mesh.
Hobson May Collection

A super very high quality antique fire guard to add character and charm to any hearth.

c.1880

Width: 29.5" (75cm)

Height: 12.5" (32cm)

Depth: 10.5" (27cm)

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

Hobson May Collection has dated this Victorian Brass Fire Guard to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA837694
Dealers Internal Ref
D809
Hobson May Collection
Hobson May Collection
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2015

Decorative furniture and accessories from the 18th to 20th century

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Hobson May Collection

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A Victorian fire guard featuring a dark woven wire mesh enclosure topped with a curved, polished brass rail.
Victorian Fire Guard with Brass Top Rail
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A Victorian fire guard featuring a dark woven wire mesh enclosure topped with a curved, polished brass rail.
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  • ObjectFireplace Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Iron, Steel
  • ColourBlack and Brass
  • MotifsWire mesh weave, Curved corners, Brass top rail, Iron framework
  • SizeH 32 cm (13 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 27 cm (11 in)

This 19th-century Victorian fire guard provides both protection and traditional style for a fireplace hearth. Constructed from iron, steel and brass, the piece combines a black woven wire mesh enclosure with a polished, curved brass top rail, an iron framework, and rounded corners. The design includes a solid black base plate and vertical metal supports dividing the mesh sections, maintaining an understated English country house aesthetic. Measuring 32 cm high, 75 cm wide, and 27 cm deep, this accessory serves as a functional barrier in front of an active fireplace or decorative hearth setting within a living room or study. The construction utilises strong dark mesh paired with metallic hardware finishes, offering a practical addition to period interiors.

FAQs

Victorian nursery fire guards were designed during the nineteenth century to enclose open fireplaces securely, preventing embers from escaping and protecting occupants from open flames.

These guards were typically constructed using an iron or steel frame, fine woven wire mesh, and a solid brass rim or top rail for added structural support.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples feature hand-crimped or woven wire lattice, brass rails attached with period fixings, and natural oxidisation on the metalwork.

A metal fire guard can be positioned on the hearth of a traditional or contemporary fireplace to provide practical spark protection and add architectural texture.

Dust the wire mesh regularly using a soft brush or vacuum attachment, and polish the brass rail with a dedicated metal cleaner while keeping the iron frame dry to prevent rust.
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