M 331

Collection

Metalwork

Brief description

Cast polished steel fire poker with a twisted brass handle and a floral finial, part of a set of fire tools including tongs and a shovel, each with a registration lozenge mark and the letter H which dates them to 1843, possibly made in Sheffield by H & W Turner.

Object name

poker

Object number

M 331

Location

On Display

Production organisation

H & W Turner of Sheffield (manufacturer)

Production date

1843 (manufactured)

Production place

Sheffield (manufactured)

Period

Victorian (1837-1901)

Material

steel
brass

Technique

cast
polished
twisted
turned

Physical description

Cast polished steel poker featuring a cast decorative brass handle with a twisted turned shaft and a floral finial. It has a registration lozenge mark and the letter H which dates it to 1843.

Dimensions

Height: 74.4cm

Website keywords

fire tools
fireplaces