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Unusual Pair of Antique Edwardian Brass Greyhound Fire Dogs
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Unusual Pair of Antique Edwardian Brass Greyhound Fire Dogs

1900 - 1920
Sold 1 August 2026 · Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
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Unusual pair of antique Edwardian brass greyhound fire dogs having an unusual pair of brass antique firedogs, moulded as greyhounds raised on a stepped brass base.

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
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Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated these Antique Brass Fire Dogs to the 1900s.

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SA1204139
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1498
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Unusual pair of antique Edwardian brass greyhound fire dogs having an unusual pair of brass antique firedogs, moulded as greyhounds raised on a stepped brass base.
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated these Antique Brass Fire Dogs to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204139
Dealers Internal Ref
1498
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021
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A pair of cast brass fire dogs shaped as reclining greyhounds resting on stepped rectangular bases.
Unusual pair of antique Edwardian brass greyhound fire dogs
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A pair of cast brass fire dogs shaped as reclining greyhounds resting on stepped rectangular bases.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectFireplace Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsReclining greyhound figures, Stepped rectangular bases, Collared hound detail
  • SizeH 11 cm (4 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

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Fire dogs, also known as firedogs or chenets, date back to medieval times when they were used to support logs in an open hearth to allow air circulation underneath for better burning. Over centuries, they evolved from purely utilitarian iron supports into highly decorative brass and bronze focal points of the fireplace.

Traditional fire dogs are predominantly constructed from cast iron, brass, bronze, or steel, often utilising sand-casting techniques where molten metal was poured into moulds and subsequently hand-finished with chisels and polish. Decorative elements like animal figures were frequently cast separately and affixed to heavy rectangular or stepped bases.

Authentic period fire dogs typically exhibit weight consistency, hand-finished tool marks, natural patination, and wear consistent with age, whereas modern reproductions often feature uniform machine finishes, modern alloy compositions, and lack historical casting flaws.

Antique fire dogs can be positioned inside an active fireplace hearth to frame the fire, or placed decoratively on a hearth floor or large mantelpiece as sculptural metalwork objects to add historical contrast to contemporary spaces.

Preserve antique brass fire dogs by dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding aggressive chemical metal polishes that strip historical patina; if cleaning is necessary, use a mild, pH-neutral soap solution followed by thorough drying.
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