Pair of Aesthetic Movement firedogs or tool rests attributed to Christopher Dresser for Benham & Froud. Crafted in England from solid brass, each piece is stamped on the base with a "85" and "57". More recently cleaned, polished and lacquered. As Britain had moved to using coal for heating, smaller firedogs replaced andirons and were used primarily as tool rests and thus became smaller in size.

6-1/2" H X 6-1/2"W X 7-1/2" W.

Inventory # P2157


Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: More recently cleaned and lacquered. Marks from casting as well as marks from age and use. Overall very good antique condition with warm patina.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Brass

Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; More recently cleaned and lacquered. Marks from casting as well as marks from age and use. Overall very good antique condition with warm patina.