A pair of late 19th century gilt bronze fenders of 'D' shaped outline, the friezes pierced with entwined ribband ornament, the central tablets with raised foliate bosses and acanthine scroll pediments, the beaded top rails with urn surmounts, on block feet -- 68in. (173cms.) wide; and two matching pairs of steel and gilt bronze fire irons. (6) | Christie's

Sale 4268

Fireplace Furniture and Light Fittings

London, South Kensington

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8 May 1991

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Lot 20

A pair of late 19th century gilt bronze fenders of 'D' shaped outline, the friezes pierced with entwined ribband ornament, the central tablets with raised foliate bosses and acanthine scroll pediments, the beaded top rails with urn surmounts, on block feet -- 68in. (173cms.) wide; and two matching pairs of steel and gilt bronze fire irons. (6)

Price realised

GBP 1,485

Estimate

GBP 1,500 - GBP 2,500

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A pair of late 19th century gilt bronze fenders of 'D' shaped outline, the friezes pierced with entwined ribband ornament, the central tablets with raised foliate bosses and acanthine scroll pediments, the beaded top rails with urn surmounts, on block feet -- 68in. (173cms.) wide; and two matching pairs of steel and gilt bronze fire irons. (6)
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