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Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Cast Iron, Hearth Stand, Victorian
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Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Cast Iron, Hearth Stand, Victorian

19th century
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This is a pair of antique tool rests. An English, ebonised cast iron fireside poker stand in Aesthetic Movement taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Pleasingly decorative and distinctive, they embody the Art for Art’s Sake reaction to the pragmatic ethos of the Industrial Revolution.

Cast in ebonised iron, presenting an appealingly dark and tactile appearance

Decorative finial forms rise above horizontal lobes, lending a striking silhouette

Supported upon robust splayed legs, terminating in substantial block feet

An elegant statement of the Aesthetic Movement, emphasising artistry over pragmatism

Ideal for fireside display, adding charm to any hearth or Victorian interior

A fascinating pair of Victorian poker stands, these tool rests offer both function and artistic merit, sure to delight enthusiasts of the Aesthetic Movement and collectors of decorative ironwork. Delivered ready for the fireside.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 18cm (7'')

Max Depth: 12cm (4.75'')

Max Height: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Victorian Cast Iron Firedogs to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1168296
Dealers Internal Reference
25621
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This is a pair of antique tool rests.
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An English, ebonised cast iron fireside poker stand in Aesthetic Movement taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.
London Fine Antiques

Pleasingly decorative and distinctive, they embody the Art for Art’s Sake reaction to the pragmatic ethos of the Industrial Revolution.

fig 1. A pair of black cast iron fireside tool rests featuring turned baluster columns, spherical finials, and arched support bases.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Cast Iron, Hearth Stand, Victorian

Cast in ebonised iron, presenting an appealingly dark and tactile appearance

Decorative finial forms rise above horizontal lobes, lending a striking silhouette

Supported upon robust splayed legs, terminating in substantial block feet

fig 2. A pair of black cast iron fireside tool rests featuring turned baluster columns, spherical finials, and arched support bases.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Cast Iron, Hearth Stand, Victorian

An elegant statement of the Aesthetic Movement, emphasising artistry over pragmatism

Ideal for fireside display, adding charm to any hearth or Victorian interior

A fascinating pair of Victorian poker stands, these tool rests offer both function and artistic merit, sure to delight enthusiasts of the Aesthetic Movement and collectors of decorative ironwork. Delivered ready for the fireside.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 18cm (7'')

Max Depth: 12cm (4.75'')

Max Height: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Victorian Cast Iron Firedogs to the Victorian era.

Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1168296
Dealers Internal Ref
25621
London Fine Antiques
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A pair of black cast iron fireside tool rests featuring turned baluster columns, spherical finials, and arched support bases.
Pair of Antique Fireside Tool Rests, English, Cast Iron, Hearth Stand, Victorian
Ref: SA1168296
A pair of black cast iron fireside tool rests featuring turned baluster columns, spherical finials, and arched support bases.
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  • ObjectFireside Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCast Iron
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsBaluster turnings, Spherical finials, Arched supports, Plinth feet
  • SizeH 11.5 cm (5 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This is a pair of Victorian antique fireside tool rests in an Aesthetic Movement taste, dating to circa 1880. Cast in ebonised iron with a black finish, they present an appealingly dark and tactile appearance. Each stand features spherical finials atop turned baluster columns, an arched support base, horizontal lobes, and robust splayed legs that terminate in substantial block feet. Showing signs of age through surface wear to the ebonised finish, the stands measure 11.5 cm high, 18 cm wide, and 12 cm deep. Positioned on a fireplace hearth, this pair serves as functional fireside poker stands to add decorative charm to a Victorian interior. The stands offer both utility and artistic merit, making them suitable for display beside an active fireplace or within a collection of decorative ironwork.

FAQs

Fireside tool rests, often functioning as firedogs or andirons, were placed on the hearth floor to hold log burning irons or elevate fire tools, promoting airflow and tidiness in traditional Victorian fireplaces.

Victorian hearth rests were predominantly manufactured using heavy cast iron or forged brass, engineered to withstand high thermal temperatures without degrading over time.

Authentic pieces feature heavy, solid cast construction with visible casting seam lines, classical turned baluster designs, and natural patination or surface oxidisation from historical heat exposure.

Position these pieces symmetrically on a stone fireplace hearth alongside natural timber logs or companion sets to add structural texture and historic depth to the room.

Clean the iron using a dry brush or lint-free cloth, and periodically apply black grate polish or paste wax to protect against moisture and preserve the dark surface.
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