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What is a hob grate?
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A hob grate is a type of Georgian and Victorian style cast iron fireplace. They are traditionally built into the chimney framing the opening for the wood to sit inside.
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Georgian Hourglass Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good quality George III hourglass hob grate, finished in black graphite polish. An original from the English Georgian period, this antique hob grate is intricately cast, featuring ...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron, Metal
English Regency Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual antique English Regency style cast iron hob grate, circa 1800, beautifully cast with scrolling decoration and foliage.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...
Materials
Brass, Iron, Metal
Antique Hob Grate
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Antique Georgian brass and iron hob grate with moulded brass pilasters, chamfered side cheeks and apron.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Iron
$12,397
Antique William IV Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique William IV wrought iron hob grate.
Finished in black graphite polish, this impressive hob grate pairs function with form, featuring decorated legs, shaped bars for the bas...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron, Metal
Antique Gothic Style Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A Victorian era Gothic style hob grate dating from circa 1830 and unusually decorated with castellations and quatrefoils.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Gothic Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Metal, Iron
Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A decorative cast iron 'hour glass' hob grate. English, 19th century.
Width At Front: 545 mm 21 ½"
Width At Back: 535 mm 21 ⅛"
Height: 570 mm 22 ½"
Depth: 280 mm ...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
$2,789