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Swan Lyre Pair of End Tables by Samuel Copelon
By Samuel Copelon
Located in North Hollywood, CA
from the Mid 20th Century. These tables are made of metal. They have brass swan heads and brass claw
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Brass Swan Magazine Rack
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Magazine rack in the style of Maison Jansen, all brass construction. Fun, detailed head and swan
Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Brass Swan Magazine Rack
Brass Swan Magazine Rack
H 17 in W 23 in D 12 in
Articulated Swan Silver Plate and Brass Centerpiece
Located in Garnerville, NY
Sold cast brass silver-plate swan with articulated wings. When the wings are raised an oval shaped
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Brass swan coffee table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
High end vintage brass and glass Swan shaped coffee table. The coffee table consists of 4 swan
Category

Vintage 1970s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass swan coffee table, 1970s
Brass swan coffee table, 1970s
H 16.54 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Italian Brass Swan Coffee Table
By Maison Jansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stylized brass coffee or cocktail table in the style of Maison Jansen with swan heads and webbed
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Brass Swan Coffee Table
Italian Brass Swan Coffee Table
H 18.9 in Dm 35.44 in
Vintage brass swan coffee table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Hollywood regency brass swan coffee table. The coffee table consists of a brass base featuring 3
Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Brass Swan Coffee Table, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A chic and elegant 1950s Italian brass swan coffee table with swan head legs and original glass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Italian Brass Swan Coffee Table, 1950s
Italian Brass Swan Coffee Table, 1950s
H 19.3 in W 53.55 in D 40.95 in
1950s Aldo Tura Italian Goatskin and Brass Swan Service Cart
By Aldo Tura
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Brass made in Italy 1950s. Wheeled Service Cart Trolley Bar or Dessert Cart. Sculptural swan shape. Wood
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

American Country Brass Swan Water Faucet
Located in Queens, NY
2 American Country-style (19th Century) brass water faucet with swan head design handle (PRICED
Category

Antique 19th Century American Country Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Brass

Maison Jansen Style Brass Swan Cocktail Table
By Maison Jansen
Located in Hudson, NY
Elegant coffee table with a double swan base in brass. Their wings serve as the tabletop supports
Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Brass Swan Bookends, A Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of Hollywood Regency brass swan bookends. In fabulous vintage condition, this pair is
Category

20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Brass Two-Tier End Table with Swan and Webbed Foot Detail
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass two-tiered side table with four swan necks supporting the top glass tier. Lower glass tier
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Solid Polished Brass Italian Magazine Rack Swan
By Maison Jansen
Located in San Diego, CA
A magazine or newspaper rack in solid polished brass swan with webbed feet and detailed brass neck
Category

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Brass Swan Umbrella Stand Attributed to Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice, elegant and decorative swan umbrella stand. is made of brass This is a French work
Category

Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Large Vintage Couroc Inlayed Brass and Stone Tray with swan
By The Couroc Company
Located in Charleston, SC
Large Vintage Couroc Inlayed Brass and Stone Tray Swan Boats of Boston for Shreve Crump and Low
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

English Brass Swan-Handled Umbrella Stand, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English brass umbrella stand, circa 1920, with striking swan-head finials and elegantly cast
Category

Early 20th Century English Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

21st Century Minimal Swan Pendant Lamp Brass by Creativemary
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
form, the Swan Suspension Lamp has a polished brass minimalist body enriched with an aged brass base
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Fountain with Gilt Brass Swans and Weeping Willow
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian fountain with gilt brass swans and weeping willow, 1970s This beautiful
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Fountains

Materials

Metal, Brass

Miniature Maison Jansen Style Italian Brass Swan Rack
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Brass Italian miniature Maison Jansen style swann rack. Good for napkins, papers, mail, etc.
Category

Vintage 1960s Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

Square French Empire Brass Swans and Wrought Iron Coffee Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
French Empire style coffee table with inset beveled glass top on metal base with swans.
Category

20th Century French Empire Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Aldo Turra 1960s Swan Bart Cart in Parchment & Brass
By Aldo Tura
Located in CA, CA
for adds to the perfection of the swan-shaped sides. The tail of each swan is tipped in brass for
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Empire Brass Swans & Porcelain Chandelier 5 Light
Located in Lake Worth, FL
our recent Palm beach estate fine lighting acquisitions of a vintage French empire brass swans and
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Collection of Late Victorian Cast Brass Single and Double Swan Neck Taps
Located in Reepham, GB
excellent trio of cast brass swan neck taps of outstanding quality, one larger and a matching smaller pair
Category

Early 20th Century Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Brass

Pair of Iron and Brass Italian Lyre Back Armchairs with Swans, Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of iron and brass Italian Regency lyre back armchairs with Swans attributed to, Grosfeld House
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Swan Song Magazine Rack – A Mid-Century Brass Beauty
Located in New York, NY
swan. The graceful structure features a delicately detailed brass neck and head, showcasing lifelike
Category

Mid-20th Century French Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Indian Beaten Brass Oval Dish with Swan Handles
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Indian beaten brass oval dish with swan handles This is a very unusual piece, the oval dish is
Category

Early 20th Century Moorish Tableware

Materials

Brass

Swan French Brass Empire Chandelier Lustre Lamp Antique Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a stunning Brass Baroque Empire Chandelier, reminiscent of the classical style of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Wire

Swan Bowl, Solid Brass, Midcentury Design, Double Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A good size centerpiece bowl. Solid cast brass with an antique finish, heavy casting. Double
Category

1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Sergio Bustamante, Welded Brass and Copper Swan Sculpture
By Sergio Bustamante
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
", Depth: 5". Welded brass and copper swan by Sergio Bustamante. Appears unsigned.
Category

20th Century Mexican Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Deco Brass Incense Bowl with Swans, Danish 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A decorative incense bowl - potpourri dish with a perforated top-mesh with interconnected swans. It
Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Set of Five Brass and Glass "Swan" Coffee Tables, France, 1950s
By Maison Baguès
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Chic set of five solid brass coffee tables with glass tops. Decorated with elegant swan heads at
Category

Mid-20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Swan Shaped Magazine Rack in Wood and Brass Maison Jansen Style, Italy 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful swan figure magazine rack in wood and brass in the style of Maison Jansen
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Swan Form Brass Magazine Rack Attributed to Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Brass magazine rack in the shape of a swan with original patina, circa 1960s, Attributed to Maison
Category

Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Brass Swan Form Magazine Holder attributed to Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
1960s solid brass swan magazine holder attributed to Maison Jansen, in vintage condition lightly
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Brass Swan Magazine Stand, Italy, Polished Brass, For Books & Magazines, C 1950
Located in New York, NY
Decorative brass magazine stand, from Italy, 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Kitsch Brass and Glass Swans Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Kitsch brass and glass table lamp, featuring three art glass swans in pinkish hues.
Category

Late 20th Century Romantic Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Maison Jansen Skeletal Brass Swan Frame Magazine Rack Centerbury
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Description Brass. 14 1/4" h x 14 3/4" w x 23" d. Condition Oxidation. Scratches.
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

1960s Brass Swans Bookcases Room Dividers Set of 2
Located in IT
1960s brass swans bookcases room dividers set of 2. From Italy from 1960s each book case measures
Category

Mid-20th Century European Vitrines

Materials

Brass

1960s iconic Brass French Swan Magazine Rack after Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Aci Castello, IT
iconic Swan Magazine Rack during this time, crafted from brass, a popular material during the mid-century
Category

Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Polished Cast Brass Swan Bookends, circa 1950
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Vintage pair of polished cast brass Swan bookends, circa 1950. Very sturdy and heavy. Great for
Category

Vintage 1950s German Hollywood Regency Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Cast Brass Swan Bookends, Art Deco Style
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage brass swan bookends feature highly detailed heads and wings that are juxtaposed with
Category

Mid-20th Century Korean Hollywood Regency Bookends

Materials

Brass

20th Century antique Empire style Chandelier with 8 Silver Swans brass
Located in Berlin, DE
, eight candlestick arms designed as swans with cylindrical spouts over a round eaves shell. Above
Category

20th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Jansen Manner Brass Swan Coffee Table with Black Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
This vintage coffee table in the style of Jansen features a unique design with brass swan accents
Category

Mid-20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Midcentury French Brass Swan Magazine Rack attributed to Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Dallas, TX
This whimsical brass swan magazine holder was created by Maison Jansen. The piece stands on carved
Category

Mid-20th Century French Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Italian Nickel and Brass End Table With Swan Motif
Located in Chicago, IL
is surrounded by a nickel and brass frame that is supported by four long brass swans' necks.
Category

20th Century Italian End Tables

Materials

Brass

Maitland Smith French Empire Brass Swan Tessellated Marble Planter Jardiniere
By Maitland Smith
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Maitland Smith French Empire Brass Swan Tessellated Marble Planter Jardiniere. Item features a
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Other Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Stone, Marble, Brass

1980s DIA Glass Top Chrome Brass Swan Cocktail Coffee Table
By Design Institute America
Located in Stafford, TX
Beautiful & such a unique table in great condition as seen! See photos for details! Base is tagged DIA not pictured but can send a additional photo by request. Message with questions.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Baroque Brass Empire Chandelier Rock Crystal Lustre Lamp Antique Gold Swan
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing a stunning Brass Baroque Empire Chandelier, an exquisite piece adorned with captivating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rock Crystal, Crystal, Brass, Wire

Antique GEC / Holophane Prismatic Glass Brass Swan Neck Wall Lamp, c.1920
By Holophane
Located in London, GB
glass 'Residence Reflector' shade made by Holophane, stamped to rim, and simple brass swan neck wall
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Regency Maison Jansen Style Brass Swan & Glass Small Round Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Regency Maison Jansen Style Brass Swan & Glass Small Round Coffee Table. Item features a
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid century Chrome Over Brass Swan Magazine Holder after Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just in, this very unusual Silver Mid-Century Chrome Over Brass Swan Magazine Holder, Rare. These
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Dolbi Cashier Large Brass Swan Sculpture
By Dolbi Cashier
Located in New York, NY
Dolbi Cashier Large Brass Swan Sculpture. Heavy for size. Superior Quality. Looks great on a
Category

Vintage 1980s Korean Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Dolbi Cashier Large Brass Swan Sculpture
By Dolbi Cashier
Located in New York, NY
Dolbi Cashier Large Brass Swan Sculpture with feathers spread. Heavy for size. Superior Quality
Category

Vintage 1980s Korean Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Figural Swan Bird Twisted Brass Fireplace Fender Hearth
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian figural swan bird twisted brass 48" fireplace fender hearth. Item featured has
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

Pair of Neoclassical Marble and Glass Swan Vases
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of neoclassical marble and glass swan vases.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Empire Vases

Materials

Marble, Brass

Outstanding Enrique Garcia Black Laquer Coconut Shell Console with Brass Swan
By Enrique Garcia
Located in Hopewell, NJ
, having inlaid brown and black coconut shell on top, gorgeous sculptural brass swan adorning the front
Category

Vintage 1980s Colombian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Magazine Rack in the Form of a Patinated Brass Swan after Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A magazine/newspaper rack in the form of a patinated brass swan with webbed feet and detailed brass
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Style Brass Swan Magazine Rack, Italy in the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style swan magazine rack is all made of brass. This piece is signed Italy and so
Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Vintage Hand Carved Swan With Brass Detail
Located in west palm beach, FL
This stunning vintage hand-carved wooden swan sculpture exudes timeless elegance with its graceful
Category

Late 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Napoleon Emperor Co. Framed Leda & the Swan Nude Relief on Brass Buckle Framed
Located in San Francisco, CA
Napoleon Emperor Co. Framed Leda & the Swan Nude Relief on Brass Buckle 8x10x2 framed Buckle 4
Category

Antique 18th Century Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Brass

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Swan And Brass For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of swan and brass on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every piece of swan and brass was constructed with great care. There are 236 variations of the antique or vintage item from our selection of swan and brass you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of swan and brass — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of swan and brass, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Empire styles are of considerable interest. A well-made option in this array of swan and brass has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Maison Jansen, Aldo Tura and Chapman Manufacturing Company are consistently popular.

How Much is a Swan And Brass?

The average selling price for a piece of swan and brass at 1stDibs is $1,943, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $70,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Swan And Brass
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a Swan chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal perception. Arne Jacobsen designed the tapered backrest and curved seat of the swiveling accent chair to conform to the shape of the human body, believing it would offer ample support. You'll find a collection of Swan chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, the Swan chair swivels on its metal base. The pivoting design was one of the major innovations of the chair that Arne Jacobsen designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, and it remains a selling point of the piece to this today. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Swan chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sextant is a nautical tool made from brass, used by sailors to measure the angle of the stars above the horizon to help calculate their ship’s global position. A sextant includes an index mirror, sun filters, a horizon mirror, an adjustable arc and a 2x magnifying scope. You’ll find a variety of sextants from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A brass scale is the one used in ancient times when bartering or trading various precious metal currencies. They are now frequently used as decorative objects for display in any home. This regal-looking collectible adds a touch of royalty to any mantel or console table. Find a variety of antique and vintage brass scales on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A brass sextant is a generally popular collectible for display on bookcases or mantels at home, and those created in Victorian, Industrial, and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. It is a traditional nautical instrument that was first used by sailors over 200 years ago to calculate global position by measuring the position of stars above the horizon. They are often made from brass, metal and wood. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary brass sextants from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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
    A brass jardinière is a planter crafted from brass. It is typically cylindrical in shape, and may feature side handles to make it easier to move, or feet to give it elevated style. It may also feature intricate designs. On 1stDibs, find an array of brass jardinières.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, antique brass is strong because it is made with zinc and copper. Brass is considered a strong and durable metal crafted to be long-lasting and withstand rust and corrosion. Shop a selection of antique and vintage brass items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To shine brass candlesticks, first determine whether they’re lacquered or brass-plated. If so, shine them with a soft cloth. If not, use a high quality brass polish according to directions — wash the brass in warm water with a drop of mild dish soap. You'll find a variety of solid brass candlesticks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a brass bed will tarnish unless it is properly cared for and lacquered. To prevent tarnishing, you can use linseed oil with a soft terry towel. On 1stDibs, you can find antique brass beds from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Brass andirons are not only beautiful to look at, but they keep logs from rolling out of the fireplace. They serve as a gate to keep the logs in place.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The value of brass varies in price depending on the type. Red brass is usually more valuable than yellow brass, with red brass usually selling for approximately $1.75 / pound and yellow brass selling for around $1.55 / pound.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can tell if brass is treated to appear antique by looking at the patina. Because real aged brass is often made of copper, the older it gets the more likely it is to have a greenish or bluish patina that you’d expect from copper. Modern brass that’s designed to look antique will have a brownish hue, not a blue-green one. Shop a collection of antique brass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To refurbish brass candlesticks, start by removing any wax. Then, combine one tablespoon of salt with a half cup of white vinegar and mix in white flour to create a paste. Use a soft cloth to cover the entire candlestick with the substance. Let it rest for 10 minutes before rinsing with warm water and drying with a soft cloth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage brass candlesticks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, gongs are made out of brass. The percussion instrument can also be made out of bronze and many other types of alloys. You can shop a collection of Chinese and antique gongs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In some cases, yes. Brass is a metal that was used for gun bullets. However, the metal is malleable and at the time of its discovery, weapons were already being made of stronger iron and steel. You can find a selection of brass weaponry from some of the world’s top enthusiasts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell the difference between brass and copper, study the color of the item carefully. Brass is a yellowish-red color that is similar to gold. As it ages, it usually develops a brown patina. On the other hand, copper looks redder when new and usually turns greenish with age. If color alone isn't enough to determine the material of a piece, consult an expert who can perform additional testing. Explore a variety of copper and brass wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a brass fire surround, mix equal parts flour, salt and vinegar to make a paste. Then rub the mixture onto brass and wipe off. Repeat the process with one tablespoon salt and two tablespoons vinegar in one pint of warm water. Shop a selection of brass fire surrounds on 1stDibs.