Lot 476: Art Deco Style Heavy Cast Brass Fire Front and Fret
An Art Deco style fireplace front and matching fret constructed from heavy cast brass. The assembly features two substantial upright andirons decorated with repeating geometric chevron patterns, supporting a curved front composed of ten vertical bars. The piece includes a separate upper fret rail designed with a pierced gallery and a central ornamental ring handle. The construction is solid cast metal throughout. Three inventory stickers are attached: a white label marked 14, and orange labels marked 476 and 349. No manufacturer marks or hallmarks are visible on the exterior surfaces.
Standard domestic size for a coal or wood-burning fireplace.
Condition report:
The item is in a well-used and unpolished condition. Significant green verdigris oxidation and patina are visible across the top rail, between the front bars, and on the lower sections of the uprights. There is a general accumulation of surface dirt and soot residue consistent with use. Structurally, the cast components appear intact and free from cracks or major breaks.
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