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Brass Fender & Fire Tools
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
for sale €1,141     $1,238
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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

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Brass Fender & Fire Tools

19th century
Description

A very good Mid 19th. Century Brass Fender with curved front corners and open fret detail between bands of rope twist, raised on a steel plinth and retaining the original tool stands at both ends fitted with a brush, poker, tongs and shovel. It is extremely rare to see one in such original and complete state.

Circa1850

The tools are marked twice “Made in England” which helps us to date this to about 1850. This system was used from 1842 - 1881 as a means of protecting a particular pattern (or shape of ware) from piracy for a three-year period.

Price :£ 975-00p.

Height: Fender, 10”, 25.5cms,With tools: 29”, 74cms, Width:48”,122 cms, Depth:10.5”,27 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this Brass Fireplace Fender Set to the Victorian era.

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SA955131
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11057
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Description
A very good Mid 19th. Century Brass Fender with curved front corners and open fret detail between bands of rope twist, raised on a steel plinth and retaining the original tool stands at both ends fitted with a brush, poker, tongs and shovel. It is extremely rare to see one in such original and complete state.

Circa1850

The tools are marked twice “Made in England” which helps us to date this to about 1850.

“
This system was used from 1842 - 1881 as a means of protecting a particular pattern (or shape of ware) from piracy for a three-year period.
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

Price :£ 975-00p.

Height: Fender, 10”, 25.5cms,With tools: 29”, 74cms, Width:48”,122 cms, Depth:10.5”,27 cms.

Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this Brass Fireplace Fender Set to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA955131
Dealers Internal Ref
11057
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

Specialists in 17th-18th and early 19th century fine english furniture, art, clocks and other objets d'art

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd Profile Page

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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
Telephone 01993 706501
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86 Corn Street
Witney
Oxfordshire
OX28 6BU
United Kingdom
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A polished brass fireplace fender featuring pierced geometric cut-outs and rope-twist trim, displayed alongside a six-piece brass fire tool set.
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A polished brass fireplace fender featuring pierced geometric cut-outs and rope-twist trim, displayed alongside a six-piece brass fire tool set.
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FAQs

A fireplace fender is a low metal curb designed to contain embers and ash within the hearth area, while companion sets provide the necessary implements for managing wood or coal fires. Originating in the late seventeenth century, brass fenders became prominent during the Georgian and Victorian eras as both practical safety features and decorative focal points.

Period hearth accessories were predominantly constructed from wrought iron, cast iron, or solid sheet brass. Brass components were frequently detailed with hand-pierced motifs, rope twist moulding, and cast finials, often supported by internal iron framing for heat resistance.

Authentic antique fenders typically exhibit hand-cut piercing, brazed or riveted joinery, and minor irregularities consistent with traditional metalworking methods. Unexposed undersides or reverse surfaces often reveal unpolished iron supports or darkened metal showing natural age patination.

A brass fender can frame a contemporary stove installation or decorative fireplace opening, defining the hearth space within a room scheme. The warm metallic tones of brass create structural contrast against stone hearths, tiled surrounds, or painted masonry.

To preserve natural patination, dust regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleansers. If a brighter finish is preferred, a specialized metal polish can be applied sparingly, taking care to avoid any non-brass structural components.
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