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Victorian Brass Salesman Sample Miniature Fireplace
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Victorian Brass Salesman Sample Miniature Fireplace

19th century
Sold 6 February 2025 · Hobson May Collection
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Description

This delightful 19th century brass salesman' sample fireplace is complete with its fender and fire irons, comprising tongs, shovel and poker. The fireplace is well cast in heavy brass, as are the accompanying pieces.

The condition is excellent and this charming item is ready to display or add to a collection.

c. 1880

Height: 4" 10 cm

Width: 4.75" 12 cm

Depth: .75" 2 cm

Date of Manufacture

Hobson May Collection has dated this Miniature Brass Fireplace to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA976969
Dealers Internal Reference
D1021
Description
This delightful 19th century brass salesman' sample fireplace is complete with its fender and fire irons, comprising tongs, shovel and poker. The fireplace is well cast in heavy brass, as are the accompanying pieces.

The condition is excellent and this charming item is ready to display or add to a collection.

c. 1880

Height: 4" 10 cm

Width: 4.75" 12 cm

Depth: .75" 2 cm

Date of Manufacture

Hobson May Collection has dated this Miniature Brass Fireplace to the Victorian era.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA976969
Dealers Internal Ref
D1021
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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Archive I A miniature Victorian brass salesman sample fireplace with an arched opening and a matching fender placed in front. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Brass Salesman Sample Miniature Fireplace

Archive II A miniature Victorian brass salesman sample fireplace with an arched opening and a matching fender placed in front. View II
Archive III A miniature Victorian brass salesman sample fireplace with an arched opening and a matching fender placed in front. View III
Archive IV A miniature Victorian brass salesman sample fireplace with an arched opening and a matching fender placed in front. View IV
Archive V A miniature Victorian brass salesman sample fireplace with an arched opening and a matching fender placed in front. View V
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Hobson May Collection

Hobson May Collection
Telephone 07768 304056 or 0771 386 0021
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Cheshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Oct 2015
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Hobson May Collection
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A miniature Victorian brass salesman sample fireplace with an arched opening and a matching fender placed in front.
Victorian Brass Salesman Sample Miniature Fireplace
Ref: SA976969
A miniature Victorian brass salesman sample fireplace with an arched opening and a matching fender placed in front.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Object
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourPolished Brass
  • MotifsArched fire opening, Cast metal grate, Matching fender, Polished finish
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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Salesman samples were small-scale, highly detailed models created by manufacturers in the 19th century to demonstrate full-sized products to prospective buyers and retail clients without transporting heavy inventory.

These pieces were typically cast, beaten, or fabricated from solid brass, bronze, or copper, often featuring fine hand-finished details to accurately replicate full-sized iron and brass fireplaces of the period.

Authentic period examples exhibit traditional casting methods, genuine age-related patination, hand-finished tooling marks, and material composition consistent with 19th-century metalworking techniques rather than modern mass production.

This type of decorative object works well displayed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or desk as a focal point of historical interest, contrasting effectively against minimalist or modern backdrops.

Preservation involves dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes or abrasive cleaners that strip the historical patina and damage the metal surface.
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