Fire Fender

Date1765-1780

MediumBrass (copper alloy); steel

DimensionsOW: 40'' (from publication; must confirm this)

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1972-361,2

DescriptionBrassand steel fire fender of serpentine rectangular form, with stepped, molded base, long band of pierced and engraved diamonds enclosing oval pattera, and with an upper border of beading; ends of fender terminate in rectangular panels with stylized vine engravingLabel TextMatching coal grates and fire fenders are rare survivals; this pair is a fine example of the early neoclassical style in English brass.ProvenanceRupert Gentle