86/1998

Collection

Metalwork

Brief description

Brass fireplace insert with ceramic plaques, c. 1900.

Object name

fireplace insert

Object number

86/1998

Production date

1900 (c)

Material

brass
iron
ceramic

Technique

cast
beaten

Physical description

Fireplace insert of beaten brass sheet wrapped over cast iron carcase. The hood is of projecting ogee form, with a green speckled, blue ceramic heart shaped plaque to either side. The cast iron guard/rail is composed of a series of baluster uprights.

Dimensions

Depth: 11cm
Height: 96.8cm
Width: 56.2cm