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1880 Steel and Brass Fire Irons
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1880 Steel and Brass Fire Irons

19th century
Description

A magnificent set of Victorian polished steel fire irons with decorative brass handles and all in good condition. Together they weigh 3.5kgs.

They appear not to have been regularly used, and the shovel is cleaner than may appear in the images because of the reflection of light.

The irons measure approximately 73cm in length; the shovel is about 19cm in length and 17cm across with a harp design in the centre.

Postage and packing for mainland UK is included in the price. For outside areas or abroad please contact us for a delivery estimate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Lancaster Antiques has dated these Victorian Brass Fire Irons to the Victorian era.

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SA853092
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1684
Description
A magnificent set of Victorian polished steel fire irons with decorative brass handles and all in good condition. Together they weigh 3.5kgs.
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They appear not to have been regularly used, and the shovel is cleaner than may appear in the images because of the reflection of light.
Lancaster Antiques
fig 1. A set of three late nineteenth-century polished steel fire tools featuring ornate cast brass finial handles.
fig 1. 1880 Steel and Brass Fire Irons

The irons measure approximately 73cm in length; the shovel is about 19cm in length and 17cm across with a harp design in the centre.

Postage and packing for mainland UK is included in the price. For outside areas or abroad please contact us for a delivery estimate.

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Lancaster Antiques has dated these Victorian Brass Fire Irons to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA853092
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1684
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A set of three late nineteenth-century polished steel fire tools featuring ornate cast brass finial handles.
1880 STEEL AND BRASS FIRE IRONS
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Victorian fire irons are functional metal implements created during the reign of Queen Victoria (18371901) for attending to open coal or wood fires. They typically comprise a matching set including a poker, tongs, and a ash shovel, often decorative as well as practical.

During the 19th century, fire tools were primarily manufactured using cast iron, wrought iron, steel, and brass. High-end sets frequently combined polished wrought or cast steel shafts with ornate cast or turned brass handles.

Authentic period fire irons generally exhibit heavy construction, hand-fitted joints, screw-threaded finials, and signs of historical wear near functional ends. Cast brass handles from the 1880s often feature intricate classical, gothic, or botanical motifs with hand-chased detailing.

Place the set on a solid hearth alongside a wood-burning stove, traditional open grate, or modern bioethanol fireplace insert. The contrast between polished steel, patinated brass, and contemporary masonry adds texture and historical warmth to modern living spaces.

Steel shafts should be kept dry and periodically rubbed with microcrystalline wax or light mineral oil to prevent oxidisation and surface rust. Brass elements should be dusted regularly and gently cleaned with specialized metal polish if a bright finish is desired, avoiding abrasive pads.
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