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Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Fire Dog, Art Nouveau, Victorian
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Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Fire Dog, Art Nouveau, Victorian

1900 - 1920
Description

This is a pair of fireside tool rests. An English, wrought iron fire dog in Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Captivatingly expressive example of Art Nouveau for the fireplace

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Wrought iron presented with a good, consistent finish throughout

Ornate winged front support with scrolled crown and lobed finish

Serpentine rear rest with tool rest loop below

Standing upon a trio of sinuous pad feet

This is a striking pair of fireside tool rests, graced with enduring Art Nouveau taste. Delivered polished and ready for the fireplace.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 25cm (9.75'')

Max Depth: 31cm (12.25'')

Max Height: 41cm (16.25'')

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Our Ref: 18.8250

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Art Nouveau Fire Dogs to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA882732
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18.8250
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Description
This is a pair of fireside tool rests.
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An English, wrought iron fire dog in Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

Captivatingly expressive example of Art Nouveau for the fireplace

fig 1. A pair of dark wrought iron Art Nouveau fire dogs with stylised organic tops and hand-forged tripod legs.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Fire Dog, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Wrought iron presented with a good, consistent finish throughout

Ornate winged front support with scrolled crown and lobed finish

Serpentine rear rest with tool rest loop below

fig 2. A pair of dark wrought iron Art Nouveau fire dogs with stylised organic tops and hand-forged tripod legs.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Fire Dog, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Standing upon a trio of sinuous pad feet

This is a striking pair of fireside tool rests, graced with enduring Art Nouveau taste. Delivered polished and ready for the fireplace.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 25cm (9.75'')

fig 3. A pair of dark wrought iron Art Nouveau fire dogs with stylised organic tops and hand-forged tripod legs.
fig 3. Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Fire Dog, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Max Depth: 31cm (12.25'')

Max Height: 41cm (16.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. A pair of dark wrought iron Art Nouveau fire dogs with stylised organic tops and hand-forged tripod legs.
fig 4. Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Fire Dog, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.8250

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Art Nouveau Fire Dogs to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA882732
Dealers Internal Ref
18.8250
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Fire Dog, Art Nouveau, Victorian

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A pair of dark wrought iron Art Nouveau fire dogs with stylised organic tops and hand-forged tripod legs.
Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Fire Dog, Art Nouveau, Victorian
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During the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, Art Nouveau metalwork embraced naturalistic, flowing forms and organic motifs. Fire dogs, or andirons, evolved from purely functional log supports into artistic focal points for the domestic hearth, showcasing the skills of artisan blacksmiths.

Authentic period pieces were typically hand-forged from wrought iron or cast in solid brass and bronze. Blacksmiths used traditional techniques such as hand-hammering, riveting, and hot-bending to achieve intricate whiplash curves and textured surface treatments.

Authentic period ironwork features slight surface irregularities from hand-hammering, joinery techniques like hot rivets or collar joins, and a natural aged patina. Modern reproductions often exhibit uniform machine finishes, modern weld marks, or lightweight cast metals.

Position them inside an open fireplace hearth or an alcove to anchor the space with architectural structure. They can also serve as decorative sculptural objects on a deep hearth shelf or near a modern burner to introduce texture and historical character.

Keep wrought iron clean by dusting with a soft cloth and brushing away ash residue with a stiff dry brush. Protect the metal from moisture and oxidisation by periodically applying a thin coat of clear iron wax or black grate polish.
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