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 ...
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.
Brass, Iron, Metal
$12,303
Antique Hob Grate
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Antique Georgian brass and iron hob grate with moulded brass pilasters, chamfered side cheeks and apron.
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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...
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.
Metal, Iron
$2,768
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 ...
Iron
$4,613
Hour Glass Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
An attractive cast iron 'hour glass' hob grate with rosette paterae embellishments. English, 19th century.
Iron
Antique Georgian Style Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An attractive cast iron hob grate, finished with black graphite polish.
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Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Georgian hob grate made from cast iron. Complete and ready to fit, this hob grate is unusually decorated with foliage to the front, accompanied by thick shaped bars.
Iron, Metal
Large Regency Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large regency era cast iron hob grate reclaimed from a house in Hindhead, Surrey.
Iron
$5,078
Hour Glass Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
An hour glass shaped cast iron hob grate. The decoratively cast front panel featuring floral display to centre, flanked by leaf work.
Iron
Large Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large Georgian cast iron hob grate; an original from the 18th century. Finished with black graphite polish, this antique hob grate will bring instant character to a period chimneyp...
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Antique English Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An original antique cast iron hob grate, originating from late 18th century England, circa 1790.
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Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Ware, GB
Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate of substantial stature making the piece extremely rare.
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Late Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good quality late Georgian English cast iron hob grate, reclaimed from a country house in Shropshire.
Metal, Iron
Antique Georgian Period 'Carron' Hob Grate
By Carron
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Dating to circa 1790, this large and thickly cast hob grate has a dramatic and imposing design that instils any period home with grandeur.
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Antique George III Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large George III cast iron hob grate with brass finials and column supports.
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A Late Georgian Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian cast iron hob grate with urns, foliage and bird detailing.
Iron
A Classical English Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A classical English hob grate with pierced, fluted fret surmounted by straight polished front bars and flanked by upright panels featuring fluting and beading.
Steel
Good Quality English Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A decorative cast iron hob grate. The front panel featuring musical instruments, scrollwork and birds with brass fret to centre.
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19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
By Coalbrookdale Foundry
Located in London, GB
A decorative and very well cast hob grate from the early 19th century from renowned foundry Coalbrookdale.
Small 19th Century Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A small cast iron hob grate. The decorative front panel with cast busts, Anthemion leaf work and beading.
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Antique Georgian Hourglass Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good quality antique Georgian hourglass cast iron hob grate, finished in black graphite polish, dating to circa 1790.
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18th Century Georgian Pierced Hourglass Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual pierced Hob-grate, marked 'B&B'.
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Elegant Georgian Style Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
An elegant cast iron hob grate. The decorative front with foliage and scrollwork throughout.
Iron
Antique George III Hourglass Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique George III hourglass hob grate, circa 1790, finished in a black graphite polish.
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
18th Century Neoclassical Style Hourglass Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mid-18th century English cast iron hob grate with distinctive hourglass shape. An original of the Georgian period, this antique hob grate is decoratively cast with neoclassical det...
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19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A 19th century cast iron hob grate, the reeded panels with anthemion and rosette detailing, shaped fret and polished steel front bars.
Iron
$5,078 / item
Georgian Style Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A Georgian style hob grate. The decorative front panels with shaped front bars to centre, and fluted fret below.
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Wide 18th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An original Georgian cast iron hob grate of wide scale, finished in black graphite and ready for fitting in your home.
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A Regency Cast Iron Hob Grate
By George Bullock
Located in London, GB
A finely cast hob grate from the early 19th century, in the manner of George Bullock.
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19th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace
Located in London, GB
19th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace. Antique Original Hourglass Georgian Hob Grate, In The Manner Of Robert Adam.
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An English Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
An hour glass shaped cast iron hob grate. The decoratively cast front panel featuring star paterae display to centre, flanked by classical figures and scrolled foliage.
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Late Georgian Period English Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large late Georgian / Regency period English cast iron hob grate. Dating from circa 1800, this antique hob grate was reclaimed from a London townhouse.
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Early 19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
Early 19th century elaborately cast iron hob grate with polished steel fret and bars. Width At Front: 875 mm 34 ½" Width At Back: 875 mm 34 ½" Height: 540 mm 21 ¼"...
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19th Century English Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A 19th century English cast iron hob grate with cast foliage motif to front panels.
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$1,640Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Cast Iron Georgian Hob Grate Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A good quality original Georgian hob grate cast iron insert made by the famous Carron foundry.
Iron
Antique Bullock Style Sarcophagus Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique sarcophagus hob grate in the manner of George Bullock. This English Regency period grate is constructed in striking cast iron and brass and finished in black granite polis...
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Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large and notable antique Georgian cast iron Hob Grate, showing good quality casting, English, circa 1820.
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Antique Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
In original cast iron antique Georgian Hob Grate insert, with lion masks to the capitols and a central stylised flower, English, circa 1830.
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Antique Georgian Hourglass Hob Grate by Carron Iron Co.
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large Georgian style hourglass cast iron hob grate by Scottish makers the Carron Iron Company.
Metal, Iron
Antique Georgian Hourglass Hob Grate with Pierced Steel Fret
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Georgian cast iron hob grate smartly finished in black graphite polish and ready for placement in your home.
Metal, Iron
English Cast Iron Hob Grate of Small Scale
Located in London, GB
An English cast iron hob grate of small scale. Scrollwork, beading and patera to cast front. 19th century.
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George III Hourglass Hob Grate with Pierced Steel Fret
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good quality George III hob grate smartly finished in black graphite polish and ready for placement in your home.
Metal, Steel, Iron
English Hob Grate with Greek Key to Fret
Located in London, GB
A good quality English hob grate in the Gothic taste. The shaped front area with Greek key fret below.
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A Cast Iron Hob Grate of Classical Form
Located in London, GB
A cast iron hob grate of classical form. The polished steel front bars surmounted by urn finials, flanked by cast iron side panels.
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A Decorative Cast Iron Hour-Glass Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A decorative cast iron hour-glass hob grate. The cast fret with paterae and fluting, flanked by recurring rope moulding.
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An Antique Regency Style English Half Hob Grate
By Carron
Located in London, GB
A large and substantial half hob grate in cast iron with brass reflector plates and embellishments.
Brass, Iron
Scottish 19th Century Fireplace Hob Grate Circa 1820
Located in London, GB
A Scottish 19th century stove hob grate also referred to as a half-register grate.
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Unusual Regency Hob Grate with Cast Brass Detailing
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual Regency hob grate, circa 1800, decorated with cast brass detailing.
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Rare, Period Cast Iron Regency Sarcophagus Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A rare Regency Sarcophagus cast iron hob grate after a design by George Bullock. The lion paw feet front and back and Anthymion decoration to front.
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19th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in London, GB
Also Known As A Half Hob Grate Fitted Within A Mantlepiece and Or Just A Cavity.
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19th Century Georgian Style Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A smart and well balanced 19th century Georgian style hob grate fireplace insert. A large framed outer plate with a central raised embellishment flanked by two tall barley twist spin...
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A 19th Century English Regency Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A good quality 19th century English Regency cast iron hob grate. The bowed front bars with pierced fluted fret below, flanked by reeded panels with rosette paterae.
Iron
Hob Grate in the Manner of Sir John Soane
Located in London, GB
A simple steel hob grate in the manner of Sir John Soane. The panelled fronts with straight bars to burning area and ball finials below.
Steel
19th Century English Cast Iron Hob-Grate with Brass Feet
Located in London, GB
19th century English cast iron hob-grate, with brass fret, and ornately cast front and back.
Iron, Brass
Scottish Georgian Manner Cast Iron Fireplace Hob Grate Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A versatile Scottish Georgian Manner Cast Iron Hob Grate fireplace insert by the renowned foundry Carron of Falkirk.
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Cast Iron Antique Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
Cast iron antique hob grate Measures: Depth 17" – 43 cm External height 26" – 66 cm External width 33" – 83.8 cm.
Regency Style Hob Grate, 'CAST-ZB67'
Located in New York, NY
An extremely rare Hob grate in the high Regency style.
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Roman Revival Georgian Hob Grate
By Robert Adam
Located in London, GB
A very large Georgian hob grate in the Roman Revival manner of Robert Adam, with large urns and bellflower decoration on the side panels, English, early 19th century.
English Regency Hob Grate, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
A large Regency early 19th century hob grate in the Greek Revival manner with brass decoration, English, circa 1820.
19th Century Regency Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Antique Regency hob grate fireplace insert finished in a traditional black.
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19th Century Georgian - Regency Hob Grate Fireplace
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Antique restored late Georgian or Regency Hob Grate fireplace. Finished in a traditional black polish and complete with a replacement chimney isolation damper plate.
Iron
19th Century Ornate Carron Co Fireplace Hob Grate
By Carron
Located in London, GB
A 19th century ornate Carron Company hob grate with intricate geometric and foliage pattern to hob sides and fire bars, framed with beading detail.
Iron
Antique Regency Hob Grate Decorative, Early 19th Century
Located in London, GB
An antique Regency hob grate decorated with moulded front panels, early 19th century.
18th Century Cast Iron Half Hob Grate, 'CAST-ZE04'
Located in New York, NY
A fine example of an “hour glass” or “duck’s nest” cast iron half hob grate, possibly from the Coalbrookdale foundry, circa 1790.
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Elegant Neoclassical Robert Adam Hob Grate, circa 1790
By Robert Adam
Located in London, GB
A grand elegant neoclassical late Georgian cast iron hob grate in the manner of Robert Adam with fine typical neoclassical design motifs of the period, circa 1790.
Large Georgian Hob Grate, English, Early 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A large Georgian Hob Grate with floral decoration on the side panels and on the original side curved cast-iron panels also with rope-twist decoration on the fire bars, English Early ...
Georgian Roman Revival Manner of Robert Adam Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
Georgian Roman Revival Manner of Robert Adam Hob Grate Measures: Depth 12" – 30.4 cm External height 23 1/2" – 60 cm External width 36 1/4" – 92 cm Stock no: RG1775.
Antique Cast Iron Regency Hob Grate, English, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Antique cast iron regency Hob Grate, English, 19th century. Measures: Depth 10" – 25.4 cm External height 16 3/4" – 42.5 cm External width 36 3/4" – 93.3 cm Stock no: RG1134....
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H 19.5 in W 30 in D 12.5 in
High Regency Style Hob Grate with Spherical Finials 'CAST-ZB82'
Located in New York, NY
A rare hob grate in the high Regency style with robust plain console pilasters and spherical finials.
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Antique William IV 19th Century Cast Iron Rococo Hob Grate
Located in Manchester, GB
Ornate antique William IV 19th century cast iron hob grate in the Rococo manner. Removed from a property in Brighton, Sussex.
Iron
Unavailable
H 36 in W 40 in D 12.5 in
19th Century Victorian Hob Grate Fire Insert with William Morris Original Tiles
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Antique 19th century Victorian hob grate fireplace Insert with William Morris antique Tiles.
Iron
Unavailable
H 24 in W 35.5 in D 14 in
Large Georgian Hob Grate in the Roman Revival Manner of Robert Adam
Located in London, GB
Large Georgian hob grate A large Georgian hob grate in the Roman Revival manner of Robert Adam, with large urns and Bellflower festoon decoration on the side panels, English, 19th...
Rare 19th Century Thomas Elsley Canopy on Legs Hob Grate
By Thomas Elsley
Located in Manchester, GB
Rare 19th century canopy on legs hob grate by Thomas Elsley. Fine egg and dart frame surrounds a delicately cast forest style hob grate.
Iron
Unavailable
H 38 in W 40 in D 14 in
19th century Georgian Hob Grate Brass / Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Antique restored Georgian brass adorned hob grate, restored to its original standard complete with original cast back and damper plate.
Brass, Iron
Unavailable
H 23.5 in W 36.25 in D 12 in
Georgian Roman Revival in the Manner of Robert Adam Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
Georgian Roman Revival in the manner of Robert Adam hob grate Depth: 12" – 30.4 cm External height: 23 1/2" – 60 cm External width: 36 1/4" – 92 cm Stock no: RG1775.
Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate in the Manner of Robert Adam
By Robert Adam
Located in Manchester, GB
Georgian 18th century cast iron forest hob grate of good size in the manner of Robert Adam.
Iron
Unavailable
H 23 in W 39.5 in D 12 in
Reclaimed Late Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate in the Manner of Robert Adam
Located in London, GB
A reclaimed late Georgian cast iron hob grate in the manner of Robert Adam, English, 20th century.
Unavailable
H 35.83 in W 29.93 in D 11.42 in
Fireplace Original Cast Iron English, Hob Grate, circa 1840
By Arbon Interior
Located in Notting Hill, London
With one of the largest selections of fire surrounds, cast iron inserts and baskets in London ranging from original to reproduction in all styles, periods and materials, Arbon is a p...
Cast Stone, Iron
Unavailable
H 35.83 in W 34.26 in D 11.82 in
Original Cast Iron English Fireplace, Early Victorian Hob Grate
By Arbon Interior
Located in Notting Hill, London
With one of the largest selections of fire surrounds, cast iron inserts and baskets in London ranging from original to reproduction in all styles, periods and materials, Arbon is a p...
Cast Stone, Berlin Iron
Cast Iron Regency Half Hob Grate, circa 1800, 'CAST-ZA26'
Located in New York, NY
A fine Regency cast iron half hob with acanthus leaf and hop motif, circa 1800.
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Antique Regency Cast Iron Fireplace Grate
Located in Manchester, GB
Antique Regency cast iron hob grate with bold slow arched detail to the frame including fine lotus leaf detail and ornate corner mouldings, circa 1830.
Iron
Unavailable
H 36 in W 38.25 in D 13 in
Antique Late Georgian Fireplace Insert by Carron, Mid-19th Century
Located in London, GB
Antique late Georgian fireplace insert by Carron, mid-19th century An attractive late Georgian early Victorian fireplace Insert by Carron of Falkirk, Scotland, with very decorative ...
Georgian Carved Pine Chimneypiece with Sienna Marble
Located in London, GB
Photographed with an original cast iron Georgian hob grate (sold separately). Overall width: 77.5".
Siena Marble
Unavailable
H 38 in W 36 in D 14 in
Antique William IV Cast Iron Hob Register Grate with Rococo Decoration
Located in London, GB
An antique William IV cast iron hob register grate with Rococo decoration. Measures: External height 38" - 96.5 cm External width 36" - 91.5 cm Stock no: RG2089.
Register Grate by Carron of Falkirk Early 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Register grate by Carron of Falkirk A Carron of Falkirk, Scotland late Georgian early Regency cast iron register grate with integral Hob and floral decoration in the Greek Revival m...
Antique William iv Register Grate, English Early 19th Century
Located in London, GB
An Antique William IV cast iron hob register grate with rococo decoration to the frame and fireback, English early 19th century.
Unavailable
H 37 in W 35 in D 13 in
Late Georgian Early Regency Cast Iron Register Grate, Early 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Late Georgian early regency cast iron register grate, early 19th century. A Carron of Falkirk, Scotland late Georgian early Regency cast iron register grate with integral Hob and ...
Unavailable
H 36 in W 36 in D 13 in
Late Georgian Early Regency Cast Iron Register Grate, Early 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Late Georgian early Regency cast iron register grate, early 19th century. A Carron of Falkirk, Scotland late Georgian early Regency cast iron register grate with integral hob and ...
Sarcophagus Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
20th century sarcophagus hob grate with brass lion paw feet to the front.
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Regency Hob Grate
Located in London, GB
A Regency cast iron hob grate, c.1820, the scrolled cresting centred by anthemion, the central basket flanked by scrolled pilasters embellished with foliage on paw feet.
‘Carron' Georgian Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual late Georgian hob grate with a finely cast, pierced fret.
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18th Century Antique Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A late 18th century antique Georgian hob grate, elegantly cast with striking neoclassical style urn embellishments.
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Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Georgian cast iron hob grate. Can be used with or without cheeks Measures: Cheeks Height 48 cm.
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Georgian Carron No. 47 Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This hob grate is very finely cast and is in excellent condition.
Wrought Iron
Cast Iron Georgian Hourglass Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This hob grate is in very good condition. The height of the front of the grate is 58cm.
Iron
Georgian Neoclassical Style Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An original Georgian neoclassical style cast iron hob grate, cast with classical figures. Dating from the late 18th century, this antique hob grate is a heritage feature for any peri...
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Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate/ Fire grate
Located in London, GB
Antique cast iron "hour glass" hob grate, with bow shaped bars and decorative front.
18th Century Cast Iron Hourglass Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
18th century cast iron hourglass hob grate Measures: Height (max) 72 cm, (front) 59 cm Weight 55kg.
Iron
19th Century Georgian Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace
Located in London, GB
19th century Georgian cast iron Hob grate fireplace A Fabulous conditioned original antique Georgian half hob grate fireplace insert with cast ornate back in blackened finish. recen...
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19th century last iron Hob grate/Fire grate
Located in London, GB
A decoratively cast English hob grate with pierced and beaded fret work and geometric pattern to front panels.
18th Century Cast Iron Georgian Hourglass Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
18th century cast iron Georgian hourglass hob grate. Weight: 35 kg.
Iron
Large Antique George III Style Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique George III style cast iron hob grate. Finished in black graphite polish, this grate has a smooth finish showcasing ornate designs of figures bordered by bows and fol...
Iron, Metal
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H 37.8 in W 35.83 in D 14.18 in
Antique Victorian 19th Century Coalbrookedale Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Antique Victorian 19th century hob grate fireplace insert, cast by the famous Coalbrookedale foundry.
Iron
Georgian Style Cast Iron Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A cast iron Georgian style hob grate fireplace insert, complete with an electrical lighting feature and coals, could be supplied ready for solid fuel or converted to gas, shown with ...
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H 38 in W 38 in D 11.82 in
Polished Georgian Period Style Adam Register Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
An important late Victorian Period -Georgian Style Polished Register Hob Grate Fireplace Insert of superb quality, in the manor of Robert Adam with integral 'ducks nest' hob grate an...
Iron
Cast Iron Georgian Hourglass Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Cast by the Carron foundry in Scotland. Measures: Height 60-65 cm.
Iron
Grecian Revival Hob Grate in the Manner of George Bullock
By George Bullock
Located in Tetbury, England
Constructed from cast iron; huge scale, lovely untouched sleepy condition and retaining its adjustable internal fire plates.
Iron
Antique English Register Grate
Located in London, GB
A well cast register grate with acanthus and scrolled foliate detail, interior decorative panels and hob grate.
Iron
Cast Iron Hobgrate
Located in London, GB
An early nineteenth century cast iron hob grate, with shaped backplate, the basket flanked by anthemion capped pilasters on gadrooned bases.
19th Century Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in London, GB
19th Century cast iron fireplace insert also known as a Victorian arched hob grate. English made with detailed curved recessed panels, classic floral decorative detailing to the ar...
Iron, Wrought Iron
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H 116.5 in W 146.5 in D 25 in
Antique French Empire 19th Century Marble Fireplace Mantel Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Shown with a cast Iron hob grate from Acquisitions of London, and fitted with a custom gas fire tray- can be converted to solid fuel, the cast iron insert is available separately.
Marble
Victorian Cast Iron Hob Grate
Located in Edinburgh, GB
An original and fully restored Coalbrookdale Victorian cast iron hob grate, now ready to fit.
Iron
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