11/2008-3

Collection

Metalwork

Brief description

Wrought iron poker with a square tip and a handle surmounted by a stylised acorn-shaped finial, from a set of fire tools made in England c.1780-1820.

Object name

poker

Object number

11/2008-3

Location

On Display

Production date

c.1780-1820 (manufactured)

Production place

England (manufactured)

Period

Georgian (1714-1837)

Material

iron

Technique

wrought
turned

Physical description

This wrought iron poker has a square tip with cut corners and a narrower handle with two knops, one in the centre and one towards the handle tip, which is surmounted by a stylised acorn-shaped finial. The tip of the poker is worn to a rounded shape.

Dimensions

Length: 69.5cm

Website keywords

fireplaces
fire tools