Discovery | Studio Paintings
Description:
Brass and Wirework Serpentine Fire Fender and Two Fireplace Tools, America and/or England, late 18th/early 19th century, the fender with brass ring-turned finials on a brass rail above vertical wires ornamented with undulating wire scrolls; and a pair of tongs and shovel with baluster finials, fender ht. 14 3/4, wd. 61, dp. 18 1/2, tool lg. 33 1/4, 33 1/2 in.
Estimate $500-750
A few breaks on vertical wires at the top.
Keywords
United KingdomStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Kaitlin Shinnick
Director, Jewelry
617-874-4313
John Colasacco
Deputy Director, Jewelry
617-874-4313
Gloria Lieberman
Director Emerita
617-350-5400
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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