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What is a brass footman?
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A brass footman is a stand that would be used to hold dishes in front of a fire, allowing them to stay warm before a meal was served on them. This antique piece of furniture was commonly made of brass, but some were crafted from other metals, such as steel. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic vintage brass footman pieces.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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19th Century English Regency Brass Footman Stool or Side Table
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century English Regency brass footman, or fireplace trivet, makes a wonderful and unusual drinks or side table.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Stools
Materials
Brass
$1,160 Sale Price
20% Off
18th Century Georgian Brass Footman Kettle Trivet with Pierced Design
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A large sturdy Georgian footman, Kettle Trivet
A large brass footman, with beautiful pierced decoration, the footman stands on big cabriole legs at the front and would look superb...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
Victorian Brass Footman
Located in Essex, MA
Very heavy gauge and possibly made as a carriage step. Otherwise placed by a fireplace to rest a kettle.The thick rectangular brass top with central head of Victoria flanked by the c...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Iron
$1,800
Large Blacksmith Made Iron and Brass Footman A superb large piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Blacksmith Made Iron and Brass Footman
A superb large piece, big enough to display all of your cookware of even sit on
Sound and Sturdy with a good old patina
The Footman is...
Category
Antique 19th Century Industrial Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
Pair of George III Pierced Brass Footman Trivets, England circa 1800
Located in Worcester, GB
Pair of George III Pierced Brass Footman Trivets, England circa 1800
A fine and decorative pair of English George III period brass footman trivets, circa 1800.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
$763 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique English Brass Footman Fireplace Trivet / Stool with Maker's Stamp
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique English scrolled brass footman fireplace trivet / stool, circa late 1800s.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Fireplace Tools and Chimney...
Materials
Brass, Iron
