1850s Victorian Antique Exhibition Showpiece Fire Kerb, English, Fireplace, Fender

Description

This is an antique exhibition showpiece fire kerb. An English, steel and bronze fireplace fender with Nautical taste, dating to … more This is an antique exhibition showpiece fire kerb. An English, steel and bronze fireplace fender with Nautical taste, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Fascinating moustache shape with appealing nautical mythology centrepiece
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Steel fender presents polished tonality to the serpentine wave-shaped form
Fender showing light ageing with a wonderful weathered appearance

Bronze cartouche centre with pierced fretwork craftsmanship
Poseidon and cherubic mermen figures offer deep golden hues
Broad scrolled ends offer and internal width of 100.5cm (39.5'') to frame the hearth
Exquisite taste and form in keeping with the Great Exhibition era of exceptionalism

This is a striking antique exhibition showpiece fire kerb, with distinctive form and proportion. Of superb decorative appeal. Delivered polished and ready for the fireplace.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 153.5cm (60.5'')
Max Depth: 41.5cm (16.25'')
Max Height: 13.5cm (5.25'')

Internal Width: 100.5cm (39.5'')
Internal Depth: 30.5cm (12'') less