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Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English, Brass, Fireside Companion Set, Victorian

19th century
Sold 8 June 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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This is a trio of antique fire tools. An English, brass fireside companion set, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Appealing Early Victorian set, with three pleasingly weighted tools

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Each tool crafted from quality brass with bright golden hues

Fine tools for accessorising a grand fireplace

Superb pierced fretwork accentuates the coal shovel

Shovel mounted to the handle with bold brass rivets

The tongs articulate upon a circular pivot below the turned handle

Fire poker replete with a cast iron, four-sided tip

This is a delightful trio of antique fire tools, an appealing companion set for the grander fireplace. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Shovel Width: 11cm (4.25'')

Shovel Depth: 3cm (1.25'')

Shovel Height: 61cm (24'')

Tongs Width: 15cm (6'')

Tongs Depth: 3cm (1.25'')

Tongs Height: 61cm (24'')

Poker Diameter: 3cm (1.25'')

Poker Height: 61.5cm (24.25'')

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Our Ref: 24209

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Brass Fire Tools to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
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SA1073061
Dealers Internal Reference
24209
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Description
This is a trio of antique fire tools. An English, brass fireside companion set, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Appealing Early Victorian set, with three pleasingly weighted tools

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

fig 1. A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, a poker, and a pair of spring tongs against a neutral background.
fig 1. Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English, Brass, Fireside Companion Set, Victorian

Each tool crafted from quality brass with bright golden hues

Fine tools for accessorising a grand fireplace

Superb pierced fretwork accentuates the coal shovel

Shovel mounted to the handle with bold brass rivets

fig 2. A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, a poker, and a pair of spring tongs against a neutral background.
fig 2. Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English, Brass, Fireside Companion Set, Victorian

The tongs articulate upon a circular pivot below the turned handle

Fire poker replete with a cast iron, four-sided tip

“
This is a delightful trio of antique fire tools, an appealing companion set for the grander fireplace.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready for the home.

fig 3. A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, a poker, and a pair of spring tongs against a neutral background.
fig 3. Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English, Brass, Fireside Companion Set, Victorian

Dimensions:

Shovel Width: 11cm (4.25'')

Shovel Depth: 3cm (1.25'')

Shovel Height: 61cm (24'')

Tongs Width: 15cm (6'')

Tongs Depth: 3cm (1.25'')

Tongs Height: 61cm (24'')

Poker Diameter: 3cm (1.25'')

Poker Height: 61.5cm (24.25'')

fig 4. A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, a poker, and a pair of spring tongs against a neutral background.
fig 4. Trio of Antique Fire Tools, English, Brass, Fireside Companion Set, Victorian

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.

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: 24209

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Brass Fire Tools to the Victorian era.

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1073061
Dealers Internal Ref
24209
London Fine Antiques
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A trio of antique brass fire tools including a pierced shovel, a poker, and a pair of spring tongs against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFireplace Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Iron
  • ColourPolished Brass
  • MotifsTurned finials, Pierced shovel blade, Reeded shafts, Spring-action tongs
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Victorian fire tools typically feature robust cast or turned brass construction, often incorporating decorative finials, reeded shafts, and pierced work influenced by classical and Gothic Revival motifs.

These sets were predominantly made from solid brass or iron with brass components, produced using techniques such as sand casting, lathe turning, and hand-piercing for functional components like shovels.

Authentic pieces generally display natural age-related patination, heavy weight from solid metal construction rather than modern plating, and hand-finished joints or casting flaws consistent with 19th-century manufacturing.

They serve as functional and decorative accents next to an active fireplace or within a hearth alcove, adding warmth, metallic contrast, and historical texture to contemporary or traditional living spaces.

Preserve the original surface by avoiding harsh chemical polishes; instead, gently dust with a soft cloth and allow the natural oxidisation and patina to develop over time.
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