Lot 18: Late 19th Century Brass Chestnut Roaster with Cast Grotesque Mask
A brass chestnut roaster of circular form, typical of late Victorian or Edwardian fireside implements. The object features a pressed brass pan with a central cast brass medallion depicting a bearded grotesque or Green Man style mask. The surface of the pan is pierced with a concentric pattern of small circular holes designed to allow steam to escape during use. It is fitted with a wrought flat brass handle, which is attached to the body with rivets and decorated with two scroll accents at the shoulder. The handle terminates in a pierced trefoil-shaped finial intended for hanging. No maker marks are visible on the piece. Two modern adhesive stickers are present on the handle: a white rectangular sticker marked with the digit 2 and an orange rectangular sticker marked with the digits 18.
Condition report:
The item is in good antique condition, showing a natural aged patina and areas of tarnish throughout consistent with age and use. There are minor surface scratches and small spots of oxidation. No significant dents, splits, or structural repairs are apparent from the visual inspection.
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