Lot 477: Victorian Extendable Barley Twist Brass Fender
A Victorian period fireplace fender of adjustable telescopic form. The piece is constructed from sheet brass over a base metal frame, likely iron or steel. It features a traditional three-sided design with galleries at each end comprising barley twist or twisted-rope pattern rails supported by cast brass uprights with ball finials. The central junction allows the width to be adjusted to suit different hearth sizes. A small yellow adhesive label is present on the right-hand side of the main bar, though the text is illegible.
Estimated width: 100cm – 130cm (closed)
Estimated weight: 5kg – 10kg.
Condition report:
The item is in an unpolished, as-found condition. There is extensive surface tarnish and oxidation across all brass surfaces, with significant green verdigris visible on the right-hand corner and along the lower edges. Minor surface scratches and small indentations are present, consistent with age and domestic use. The underside and internal frame show signs of surface rust where the base metal is exposed. The telescopic mechanism appears functional but would benefit from cleaning.
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