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Set of Early 19th C Steel & Bronze Fire Tools
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Set of Early 19th C Steel & Bronze Fire Tools

19th century
Sold 6 December 2024 · Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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A set of early 19th century burnished steel and bronze fire tools.

The set comprising a shovel, tongs and a poker. The shovel dished to the bell shaped body, and centred by a pierced lyre motif. The tongs sweeping from rounded hinged shoulders to heart shaped grips. The poker falling to a square and tapered end. The shanks of octagonal shape, finished with well cast Rococo scrolling bronze handles.

Date circa 1800.

Height 30 inches, 76cm.

Width 6 1/2 inches, 16.5cm.

Depth 1 1/2 inches, 4cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Antique Fire Tool Set to the 1800s.

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SA1097464
Dealers Internal Reference
22914
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Mytton Antiques

Norton Crossroads

Atcham

Shropshire SY44UH

01952740229

07860575639

Description
A set of early 19th century burnished steel and bronze fire tools.

The set comprising a shovel, tongs and a poker. The shovel dished to the bell shaped body, and centred by a pierced lyre motif. The tongs sweeping from rounded hinged shoulders to heart shaped grips. The poker falling to a square and tapered end. The shanks of octagonal shape, finished with well cast Rococo scrolling bronze handles.

Date circa 1800.

Height 30 inches, 76cm.

Width 6 1/2 inches, 16.5cm.

Depth 1 1/2 inches, 4cm.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
16.5cm (6.50")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Antique Fire Tool Set to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1097464
Dealers Internal Ref
22914
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008

Fine antiques from the 18th century onwards, supplying both trade and private customers worldwide.

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Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4UH
United Kingdom
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Location: Atcham (just off J7 of M54), Shrewsbury, Shropshire , SY4 4UH, United Kingdom
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A set of three early 19th-century fireplace tools featuring forged steel shafts with ornate cast bronze handles.
SET OF EARLY 19TH C STEEL & BRONZE FIRE TOOLS
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A set of three early 19th-century fireplace tools featuring forged steel shafts with ornate cast bronze handles.
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  • ObjectFireplace Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialSteel, Bronze
  • ColourSilver and Gold
  • MotifsScroll handle, Cast bronze grip, Pierced shovel blade, Forged steel shaft
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 16.5 cm (6 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

Early 19th-century fire tools typically feature neoclassical or regency influences, combining durable forged steel shafts with decorative cast bronze or brass handles, often displaying elaborate rococo or scroll motifs.

These sets were constructed using high-grade forged steel for the functional shafts and blades to withstand high temperatures, complemented by fire-gilded or patinated bronze cast handles riveted or threaded securely into place.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-forging marks, natural period wear and oxidisation on the steel surfaces, heavy construction, and traditional assembly methods such as hand-cut threads or iron rivets rather than modern welding.

Displaying period fire irons beside an open hearth or within a decorative fender adds authentic texture and historical contrast to minimalist or modern living spaces.

Maintain these items by keeping them dry, applying microcrystalline wax to steel components to prevent rust, and gently dusting bronze handles without using harsh chemical abrasives that strip the natural patina.
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