Lot 067: Vintage Homewares and Fireplace Accessories Lot

Description

A comprehensive lot of vintage homewares and fireplace accessories, showcasing a blend of metallic craftsmanship and rustic charm, dating from the mid-20th century. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Mid-20th Century * Material: Brass, iron/steel, wood, bamboo, glass * Style: Traditional, rustic, ornate * Components: Fireplace tool set (stand, poker, tongs, shovel, brush), a fan-shaped metal rack, a small decorative metal stand with glass accents, a larger circular metal magazine rack, and a long decorative wooden/bamboo pole with a separate wooden rest. Condition: Visible wear, tarnishing, and dirt on the brass fireplace tools. The iron/steel racks have a prominent verdigris patina and some surface rust. The wooden pole and its rest show scuffs, scratches, and general wear. Interesting fact: * Fireplace tool sets became common household items in the 18th century, evolving in style and materials through the Victorian and 20th centuries to suit changing interior design trends. Use: Suitable for adding a touch of vintage character to a living space, particularly around a fireplace, or for collectors of decorative antique/vintage items.

Condition Report

Tarnishing and dirt on brass fireplace tools; verdigris/patina and surface rust on the iron/steel racks; scuffs, scratches, and general wear on the wooden/bamboo pole and its rest.

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