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UK HERITAGE

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A set of English 19th century brass fire dogs in the style of Ernest Gimson. These pierced filigree finials have a deep neck, and shining brass finish. This impressive pair allude to luxury and elegance, which would make a beautiful new addition to a period or contemporary home alike.

You may be able to spot the small pineapple amongst the design - by the 1550's, pineapples were being shipped regularly from the Caribbean to Europe. They became a rare luxury and were an ultimate symbol of wealth.

Ernest Gimson (1864-1919)

Ernest Gimson had a passion for metalwork, from medieval door hinges to elaborate 17th-century fire dogs. Metalwork makes up a large proportion of pages in his sketchbooks.

Gimson also designed complex pierced and chased work, based on 17th-century designs he admired.

This pair are after the original 17th century pair at Haddon Hall, in Bakewell. A virtually identical pair resides at the Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum.

CONDITION REPORT
Good structural condition.

  • Period: Circa 1800
    • Price: £6,475.00
    • €7,694 Euro
    • $8,524 US Dollar
  • Location: Worcestershire
    • Dimensions: H: 62.5cm (24.61in)
    • W: 35cm (13.78in)
    • D: 65cm (25.59in)