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Early 20th Century American Fire Safe Factory Door with Arched Top
Early 20th Century American Fire Safe Factory Door with Arched Top

Early 20th Century American Fire Safe Factory Door with Arched Top

Located in Mckinney, TX

Single arched-top fire-safe factory door, constructed of heavy-gauge metal and originally designed for industrial fireproof use.

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Early 20th Century Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal

Italian Hobnail Safe
Italian Hobnail Safe

Italian Hobnail Safe

Located in New Orleans, LA

Crafted to protect against both theft and fire, safes of this complexity and scale were frequently used by merchants in lieu of banks, making them essential tools for safeguarding we...

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19th Century Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wrought Iron

Where the Fire Is Safe, Oil Painting
Where the Fire Is Safe, Oil Painting

Where the Fire Is Safe, Oil Painting

By Onelio Marrero

Located in San Francisco, CA

Words that describe this painting: snow, forest, river, ice, stream, fire, man, camper, smoke, flurry, winter, blizzard, pines, flame, campfire, solitude, lonely, loneliness, healing...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Used Fire Safes

Materials

Oil

French 19th Century Bauche Safe
French 19th Century Bauche Safe

French 19th Century Bauche Safe

Located in MILL, NL

French Bauche Safe / Money box / Fire box. Originates from the 19th century.

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19th Century Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal

Extremely Rare Medieval-Renaissance Wrought Iron Triple-Lock Wall Safe Door
Extremely Rare Medieval-Renaissance Wrought Iron Triple-Lock Wall Safe Door

Extremely Rare Medieval-Renaissance Wrought Iron Triple-Lock Wall Safe Door

Located in Doha, QA

Built to withstand both attack and fire, this safe would originally have been recessed into a thick stone wall, making forced entry extraordinarily difficult.

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16th Century Austrian Renaissance Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wrought Iron

Victorian Painted Fireguard, Metal and Brass, English, Circa 1890
Victorian Painted Fireguard, Metal and Brass, English, Circa 1890

Victorian Painted Fireguard, Metal and Brass, English, Circa 1890

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

They are sometimes called nursery guards and allow all to enjoy the warmth of a wood burning fire from a safe distance. In warmer months, when the fireplace is not in use, a firescre...

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19th Century English Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern French Faïence Orchies Moulin de Loupes Master Oyster Platter
Mid-Century Modern French Faïence Orchies Moulin de Loupes Master Oyster Platter

Mid-Century Modern French Faïence Orchies Moulin de Loupes Master Oyster Platter

By Orchies

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Also marked, Decor grand feu special lava vaisselle, meaning especially fired to be dishwasher safe. Measures: 13 in. diameter x .75 in. height Excellent vintage condition.  

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Fire Safes

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern French Faïence Orchies Moulin de Loupes Master Oyster Platter
Mid-Century Modern French Faïence Orchies Moulin de Loupes Master Oyster Platter

Mid-Century Modern French Faïence Orchies Moulin de Loupes Master Oyster Platter

By Orchies

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Also marked, Decor grand feu special lava vaisselle, meaning especially fired to be dishwasher safe. Measures: 13 in. diameter x .75 in. height.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Fire Safes

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern French Faïence Orchies Moulin de Loupes Ombre Oyster Plate
Mid-Century Modern French Faïence Orchies Moulin de Loupes Ombre Oyster Plate

Mid-Century Modern French Faïence Orchies Moulin de Loupes Ombre Oyster Plate

By Orchies

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Also marked, Decor grand feu special lava vaisselle, meaning especially fired to be dishwasher safe. Measures: 9.75 in. diameter x .75 in. height Excellent vintage condition.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Fire Safes

Materials

Ceramic

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Antique Milners 212 Fire Safe or Strong Box, England, circa 1870
Antique Milners 212 Fire Safe or Strong Box, England, circa 1870

Antique Milners 212 Fire Safe or Strong Box, England, circa 1870

Located in Billerica, MA

An English antique fire resistant Milners safe, painted green. This safe has a lovely natural patina, and the original bronze Milners plaque.

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1870s English British Colonial Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal

Glazed Ceramic Hunting Theme Match Safe
Glazed Ceramic Hunting Theme Match Safe

Glazed Ceramic Hunting Theme Match Safe

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H 8 in W 4.88 in D 1.75 in

Glazed Ceramic Hunting Theme Match Safe

Located in Cookeville, TN

We are offering a unique early 20th century ceramic hunting theme match safe with polychromed enamel decoration. A rabbit and bird are hanging upside down after the hunt, just above ...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Used Fire Safes

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Mid-19th Century French Black and Gilt Painted Iron Fire Safe by "Fichet"
Mid-19th Century French Black and Gilt Painted Iron Fire Safe by "Fichet"

Mid-19th Century French Black and Gilt Painted Iron Fire Safe by "Fichet"

By Fichet

Located in Dallas, TX

Shortly after, Fichet set up a small workshop in Paris and began expanding into the manufacture of safes. In 1840, he made his first modern fire safe made entirely of steel and using...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

English "Milners 212" Fire Resisting Box, 19th Century
English "Milners 212" Fire Resisting Box, 19th Century

English "Milners 212" Fire Resisting Box, 19th Century

Located in Hixson, TN

An English 19th century fire resisting box. Milners 212 was one of the finest safe and fire resisting box makers of the day.

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19th Century British International Style Used Fire Safes

Italian Hobnail Floor Safe with Lion Head
Italian Hobnail Floor Safe with Lion Head

Italian Hobnail Floor Safe with Lion Head

Located in New Orleans, LA

Crafted to protect against both theft and fire, safes of this complexity and scale were frequently used by merchants in lieu of banks, making them essential tools for safeguarding we...

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18th Century Italian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

20th Century Victorian Cast Iron Fire Resistant Strong Box, Milner c.1850
20th Century Victorian Cast Iron Fire Resistant Strong Box, Milner c.1850

20th Century Victorian Cast Iron Fire Resistant Strong Box, Milner c.1850

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

The Milner 212 patent is notable for its innovative fire-resistant technology. This involved a special blend of sand, sawdust, and alum crystals injected into the safe walls.

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1950s British Other Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal

20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930
20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930

20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930

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H 18.12 in W 13.39 in D 13.78 in

20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovey cast iron fire proof safe in good working order. Complete with its key, it is as fit for purpose today as it was the day it was made.

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20th Century British Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930
20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930

20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930

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H 20.08 in W 14.18 in D 14.97 in

20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovey cast iron fire proof safe in good working order. Complete with its key, it is as fit for purpose today as it was the day it was made.

Category

20th Century British Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930
20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930

20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930

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H 19.69 in W 16.15 in D 14.18 in

20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovey cast iron fire proof safe in good working order. Complete with its key, it is as fit for purpose today as it was the day it was made.

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20th Century English Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930
20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930

20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930

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H 19.69 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovey cast iron fire proof safe in good working order. Complete with its key, it is as fit for purpose today as it was the day it was made.

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20th Century English Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930
20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930

20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930

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H 19.69 in W 16.15 in D 14.18 in

20th Century English Fire Proof Safe, circa 1930

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovey cast iron fire proof safe in good working order. Complete with its key, it is as fit for purpose today as it was the day it was made.

Category

20th Century English Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

20Thc English Fire Proof Safe By Chubb c.1930
20Thc English Fire Proof Safe By Chubb c.1930

20Thc English Fire Proof Safe By Chubb c.1930

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H 20.08 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in

20Thc English Fire Proof Safe By Chubb c.1930

By Chubb & Son

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A beautiful cast iron fireproof safe made by Chubb. This green safe is fine example of both functional security and industrial design.

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20th Century British Other Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

Antique English Iron Milner's Patent Fire Resisting Safe Painted Green
Antique English Iron Milner's Patent Fire Resisting Safe Painted Green

Antique English Iron Milner's Patent Fire Resisting Safe Painted Green

Located in Centennial, CO

Antique late 1800s English iron Milner's Patent Fire Resisting Safe painted a gorgeous dark green with painted aqua interior.

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Late 19th Century British British Colonial Used Fire Safes

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Belgian Safe
19th Century Belgian Safe

19th Century Belgian Safe

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H 48.5 in W 32.5 in

19th Century Belgian Safe

Located in New Orleans, LA

The firm of Fraigneux Frères was at the forefront of these new designs, first exhibiting their “fire and thief-proof safes” at the International Exhibition of 1862 in London.

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19th Century Belgian Baroque Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

18th Century Italian Iron Floor Safe
18th Century Italian Iron Floor Safe

18th Century Italian Iron Floor Safe

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H 58.25 in W 36.63 in D 24.13 in

18th Century Italian Iron Floor Safe

Located in New Orleans, LA

Providing ample protection for one's money and valuables from theft and fire alike, these safes were often used by merchants of the period in lieu of banks.

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18th Century Italian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

18th Century Italian Iron Floor Safe
18th Century Italian Iron Floor Safe

18th Century Italian Iron Floor Safe

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H 58.25 in W 36.63 in D 24.13 in

18th Century Italian Iron Floor Safe

Located in New Orleans, LA

Providing ample protection for one's money and valuables from theft and fire alike, these safes were often used by merchants of the period in lieu of banks.

Category

18th Century Italian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

18th Century Northern Italian Iron Safe
18th Century Northern Italian Iron Safe

18th Century Northern Italian Iron Safe

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H 63.5 in W 32.5 in D 19.63 in

18th Century Northern Italian Iron Safe

Located in New Orleans, LA

Providing ample protection for one's money and valuables from theft and fire alike, floor safes were often used by merchants of the period in lieu of banks.

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18th Century Italian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique French Stagecoach Safe by Bauche, circa 1870
Antique French Stagecoach Safe by Bauche, circa 1870

Antique French Stagecoach Safe by Bauche, circa 1870

By Bauche

Located in Bath, GB

This incombustible safe is lined inside, the lining being instrumental in keeping the items inside safe from fire.

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1870s French Late Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Steel

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche
French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

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H 9.06 in W 15.36 in D 11.42 in

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

By Bauche

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Cast Iron French Safe or Strong Box From our Boxes collection, we are pleased to offer this French Safe Cast Iron Strong Box by Bauche.

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

English 19th Century Brass & Metal Fire Screen
English 19th Century Brass & Metal Fire Screen

English 19th Century Brass & Metal Fire Screen

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H 21.5 in W 25.13 in D 12.63 in

English 19th Century Brass & Metal Fire Screen

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

The perforated design is intended to allow all to enjoy the sight and warmth of a wood burning fire from a safe distance. This fireguard has its original black paint over the mesh wa...

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19th Century English Other Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Whimsical Color Etching "Fire at the Moma" Signed / Numbered
Whimsical Color Etching "Fire at the Moma" Signed / Numbered

Whimsical Color Etching "Fire at the Moma" Signed / Numbered

Located in San Francisco, CA

Whimsical Color Etching "Fire at the Moma" Signed / Numbered Vintage color etching of museum workers moving pieces from the MOMA collection to a safer space Titled "Fire at the MOM...

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Late 20th Century Used Fire Safes

Materials

Etching

Vintage French Louis XVI Style Brass Fireplace Tool Set / Fleur-de-Lis Finial
Vintage French Louis XVI Style Brass Fireplace Tool Set / Fleur-de-Lis Finial

Vintage French Louis XVI Style Brass Fireplace Tool Set / Fleur-de-Lis Finial

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Log Tongs: Scissored design with curved pincers for shifting wood safely. 3. Fire Poker: Slender stem with a classic pointed hook tip. 4.

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1960s American Used Fire Safes

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Blue Anemone Bowl by Studio Esposito
Sculptural Blue Anemone Bowl by Studio Esposito

Sculptural Blue Anemone Bowl by Studio Esposito

By Studio Esposito 1

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

Bowl is filled with cones which had to be made hollow to be safely fired, had the glaze filled the holes the piece would've been destroyed while firing.

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2010s Italian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Ceramic

Handforged Wall Mounted Modernist Fireplace Tools, ca. 1960s
Handforged Wall Mounted Modernist Fireplace Tools, ca. 1960s

Handforged Wall Mounted Modernist Fireplace Tools, ca. 1960s

Located in Peabody, MA

Striking set of wall-hung fireplace tools, handcrafted, ca. 1960s with extra long handles that allow for safe fire tending and a sinuous mantel-side appearance.

Category

1960s Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wrought Iron

English Partner’s Writing or Library Table with Leather Top
English Partner’s Writing or Library Table with Leather Top

English Partner’s Writing or Library Table with Leather Top

Located in Austin, TX

Solomon’s, Established 1834, Extensive Library, Office, and Household Furniture Warehouse, No. 10, Water Lane, Blackfriars, Facing Apothecaries Hall, Desks and fire-proof...

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19th Century English Used Fire Safes

Snow Scene, Impressionist Landscape, Signed Oil Painting
Snow Scene, Impressionist Landscape, Signed Oil Painting

Snow Scene, Impressionist Landscape, Signed Oil Painting

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Where those weather conditions would justify a day by the warm fire, keeping safe and warm, farmers do not have that luxury.

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1980s Impressionist Used Fire Safes

Materials

Oil

English 19th Century Fireguard
English 19th Century Fireguard

English 19th Century Fireguard

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H 30.25 in W 41.75 in D 12 in

English 19th Century Fireguard

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

They are sometimes called nursery guards and allow all to enjoy the warmth of a wood burning fire from a safe distance. In warmer months, when the fireplace is not in use, a firescre...

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19th Century English Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique French Strong Box by Bauche Brevete
Antique French Strong Box by Bauche Brevete

Antique French Strong Box by Bauche Brevete

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H 7.09 in W 13 in D 8.27 in

Antique French Strong Box by Bauche Brevete

Located in Northampton, GB

This particular design is also "incombustible" meaning that even if set on fire the contents will remain safe.

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Mid-19th Century European Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

Vintage kimono textile art "Cranes through Generations" by ikasu Japan
Vintage kimono textile art "Cranes through Generations" by ikasu Japan

Vintage kimono textile art "Cranes through Generations" by ikasu Japan

By Lena Okamoto, Kimono ikasu

Located in Setagaya City, JP

Following the Great Ansei Earthquake of 1855, these chests gained legendary status for surviving fires and safely floating during floods. By repurposing antique kiritansu that can n...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Used Fire Safes

Materials

Silk, Wood, Fabric, Textile

19th Century French Metallic Black Painted Iron "Fichet" Fire Safe
19th Century French Metallic Black Painted Iron "Fichet" Fire Safe

19th Century French Metallic Black Painted Iron "Fichet" Fire Safe

By Fichet

Located in Dallas, TX

Shortly after, Fichet set up a small workshop in Paris and began expanding into the manufacture of safes. In 1840, he made his first modern fire safe made entirely of steel and using...

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Mid-19th Century French Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

Rare Flush Mount, Finland, 1950s
Rare Flush Mount, Finland, 1950s

Rare Flush Mount, Finland, 1950s

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H 9.45 in Dm 31.5 in

Rare Flush Mount, Finland, 1950s

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Rare model. Reupholstered with fire-safe fabric. Brass details. Great vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Used Fire Safes

Materials

Brass

Flush Mount, Valinte Oy, 1950s
Flush Mount, Valinte Oy, 1950s

Flush Mount, Valinte Oy, 1950s

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H 9.06 in Dm 27.56 in

Flush Mount, Valinte Oy, 1950s

By Valinte Oy

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Fabric shade reupholstered with fire-safe fabric. Brass details. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Used Fire Safes

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Black and Silver Cast Iron Hobnail Studded Safe from Bauche
19th Century French Black and Silver Cast Iron Hobnail Studded Safe from Bauche

19th Century French Black and Silver Cast Iron Hobnail Studded Safe from Bauche

By Bauche

Located in Dallas, TX

In 1879, Bauche demonstrated the efficacy of his fire safes with a live demonstration and several thousand francs emerged intact from a safe after having been repeatedly subjected to...

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Late 19th Century French Gothic Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Black and Silver Cast Iron Hobnail Studded Safe from Bauche
19th Century French Black and Silver Cast Iron Hobnail Studded Safe from Bauche

19th Century French Black and Silver Cast Iron Hobnail Studded Safe from Bauche

By Bauche

Located in Dallas, TX

In 1879, Bauche demonstrated the efficacy of his fire safes with a live demonstration and several thousand francs emerged intact from a safe after having been repeatedly subjected to...

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Late 19th Century French Gothic Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Black and Silver Cast Iron Hobnail Studded Safe from Bauche
19th Century French Black and Silver Cast Iron Hobnail Studded Safe from Bauche

19th Century French Black and Silver Cast Iron Hobnail Studded Safe from Bauche

By Bauche

Located in Dallas, TX

In 1879, Bauche demonstrated the efficacy of his fire safes with a live demonstration and several thousand francs emerged intact from a safe after having been repeatedly subjected to...

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Late 19th Century French Gothic Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

English 20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930
English 20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930

English 20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930

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H 22.05 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

English 20th Century Fire Proof Safe, c.1930

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovey cast iron fire proof safe in good working order. Complete with its key, it is as fit for purpose today as it was the day it was made.

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20th Century English Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

Model K5-26 Flush Mount, Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, 1950s
Model K5-26 Flush Mount, Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, 1950s

Model K5-26 Flush Mount, Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Fabric shade reupholstered with fire-safe fabric. Brass details. Marked. Great vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Used Fire Safes

Materials

Brass

Antique Wells Fargo Heavy Iron Red Fire Proof Stagecoach Strong Box Bank Safe
Antique Wells Fargo Heavy Iron Red Fire Proof Stagecoach Strong Box Bank Safe

Antique Wells Fargo Heavy Iron Red Fire Proof Stagecoach Strong Box Bank Safe

Located in Dayton, OH

Rare antique 19th century Wells Fargo heavy iron stagecoach strong box, painted red and marked “Fire Proof” with loop on the lid for locking with a padlock.  

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19th Century Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

A Panoramic MODERNIST BRUTALIST Wrought Iron & Glass FIRE SCREEN, France 1970
A Panoramic MODERNIST BRUTALIST Wrought Iron & Glass FIRE SCREEN, France 1970

A Panoramic MODERNIST BRUTALIST Wrought Iron & Glass FIRE SCREEN, France 1970

Located in PARIS, FR

A wide and impressive Brutalist fire-screen, holding a safe transparent glass in a strong sculpted structure, ended at the top by 2 massive rings giving the piece a strong visual inp...

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1970s French Brutalist Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wrought Iron, Brass

18th Century French Andirons or Firedogs
18th Century French Andirons or Firedogs

18th Century French Andirons or Firedogs

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H 12.01 in W 6.89 in D 21.26 in

18th Century French Andirons or Firedogs

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

The double bars make stacking the fire easier and safer they also “fill” your hearth better then andirons with a single bar.  

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Early 18th Century French Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wrought Iron

English 19th Century Painted Firescreen
English 19th Century Painted Firescreen

English 19th Century Painted Firescreen

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H 26.13 in W 39.5 in D 17.25 in

English 19th Century Painted Firescreen

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

They are sometimes called nursery guards and allow all to enjoy the warmth of a wood burning fire from a safe distance. In warmer months, when the fireplace is not in use, a firescre...

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19th Century English Georgian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Chinese Brown Lacquer Elmwood Side Table from the 19th Century
Antique Chinese Brown Lacquer Elmwood Side Table from the 19th Century

Antique Chinese Brown Lacquer Elmwood Side Table from the 19th Century

Located in Yonkers, NY

These carve outs are intended to allow for the setting of a lamp within while the 33 inch height would usually keep the piece safe from catching fire. This cabinet is made of elmwood...

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19th Century Chinese Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wood

English Victorian Metal Fire Safe in Bottle Green, circa 1860
English Victorian Metal Fire Safe in Bottle Green, circa 1860

English Victorian Metal Fire Safe in Bottle Green, circa 1860

Located in San Francisco, CA

English Bottle Green painted metal fire safe with gilt brass escutcheons and Royal Warrant, circa 1860.

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1860s British Early Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

English Victorian Metal Fire Safe in Bottle Green circa 1860 with Key
English Victorian Metal Fire Safe in Bottle Green circa 1860 with Key

English Victorian Metal Fire Safe in Bottle Green circa 1860 with Key

Located in San Francisco, CA

English bottle green painted metal fire safe with gilt brass escutcheons, key and Royal Warrant, circa 1860.

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1860s English Early Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Antique Milners Fire Resistant Safe
19th Century Antique Milners Fire Resistant Safe

19th Century Antique Milners Fire Resistant Safe

Located in Lancashire, GB

19th Century Antique Milners Fire Resistant Safe. This English, antique safe has a Milners patent, in very original condition.

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19th Century English Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal

Italian Majolica Crown Bowl in Lime Green with Platinum Finish

Italian Majolica Crown Bowl in Lime Green with Platinum Finish

By Ceramica Gatti 1928

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand enameled in green and hand painted, with a finish in real platinum achieved through triple firing. This item is food safe and can be used as a serving bowl.

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20th Century Italian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Enamel, Platinum

Fire-Proof Safe with Original Key Set on Bespoke Steel Trolley, 1800s
Fire-Proof Safe with Original Key Set on Bespoke Steel Trolley, 1800s

Fire-Proof Safe with Original Key Set on Bespoke Steel Trolley, 1800s

By Cyrus Price & Co

Located in Chester, Flintshire

By Cyrus Price & Co, Wolverhampton, UK this antique fire-proof safe has been professionally stripped and polished, transforming what was formerly a utilitarian item into a handsome a...

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Late 19th Century British Industrial Used Fire Safes

Materials

Brass, Steel

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Materials

Wood

Monumental Antique Indian Dowry Chest
Monumental Antique Indian Dowry Chest

Monumental Antique Indian Dowry Chest

$6,500

H 48 in W 65.5 in D 34 in

Monumental Antique Indian Dowry Chest

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent antique metal-bound solid teak wood damchiya marriage dowry chest with hidden compartments and beautifully aged patina! Hand-crafted in India in the 19th century, most...

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19th Century Indian Rustic Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

Vintage Monumental Wooden Doors
Vintage Monumental Wooden Doors

Vintage Monumental Wooden Doors

$24,500Sale Price|41% Off

H 135 in W 60 in D 2 in

Vintage Monumental Wooden Doors

Located in Napa, CA

Monumental vintage wooden doors with carved bevelled coffers. Priced for the pair

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19th Century Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wood

Antique English Arched Oak Exterior Door
Antique English Arched Oak Exterior Door

Antique English Arched Oak Exterior Door

$4,578

H 82.49 in W 33.86 in D 1.89 in

Antique English Arched Oak Exterior Door

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique English arched oak door, suitable for exterior or interior use. Reminiscent of an ancient castle or old church door, this antique door will make a character feature of any...

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20th Century English Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Oak

Rare Late Gothic Hand-Forged Iron Castle Door, France, 15th-16th Century
Rare Late Gothic Hand-Forged Iron Castle Door, France, 15th-16th Century

Rare Late Gothic Hand-Forged Iron Castle Door, France, 15th-16th Century

Located in Doha, QA

An exceptional and remarkably rare Late Gothic solid wrought iron castle door, entirely hand-forged in France during the second half of the 15th century. Monumental in both scale and...

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16th Century French Gothic Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wrought Iron

18th Century Spanish Iron-Clad Strong Box in Working Condition with Original Key
18th Century Spanish Iron-Clad Strong Box in Working Condition with Original Key

18th Century Spanish Iron-Clad Strong Box in Working Condition with Original Key

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Spanish strong box from the 18th century. This antique safe from is constructed or iron clad wood, and is handsomely adorn in domed iron nailhead trim throughout it's top, front, a...

Category

18th Century Spanish Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

Antique Iron Safe with Rocaille Decoration, France, Circa 1740
Antique Iron Safe with Rocaille Decoration, France, Circa 1740

Antique Iron Safe with Rocaille Decoration, France, Circa 1740

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A large, antique single-door safe or cassa forte made of hand crafted iron with rivets and bands on the surface and palmettes and rocaille decorations on the front, in good condition...

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Mid-18th Century French Used Fire Safes

Materials

Metal, Iron

18th Century Medieval Style Arched Door
18th Century Medieval Style Arched Door

18th Century Medieval Style Arched Door

$10,507

H 83.47 in W 46.86 in D 1.78 in

18th Century Medieval Style Arched Door

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An 18th century medieval style arched door. Hand made by skilled English craftsmen circa 1800, this exterior gothic door boasts multiple period features. The door is studded togeth...

Category

Late 18th Century English Medieval Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wrought Iron

18th Century or Earlier Brass - Iron Bound Continental Lockbox
18th Century or Earlier Brass - Iron Bound Continental Lockbox

18th Century or Earlier Brass - Iron Bound Continental Lockbox

$1,164Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.5 in W 10 in D 9.5 in

18th Century or Earlier Brass - Iron Bound Continental Lockbox

Located in Lomita, CA

There is a fantastical quality to this casket lockbox with its dramatic presentation. It has brass rings with lions' (or wolves) heads and a latch/escutcheon. The size and complexit...

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Early 18th Century European Baroque Used Fire Safes

Materials

Brass

Small antique safe in completely original condition. Includes the original key
Small antique safe in completely original condition. Includes the original key

Small antique safe in completely original condition. Includes the original key

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

A beautiful small antique safe in completely original condition. Includes the original key and a fully functional lock. The key for the internal drawer is missing. The safe is in goo...

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1890s British Late Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Iron

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Swiss Alpine wardrobe consisting of a row of drawers and a storage door
Swiss Alpine wardrobe consisting of a row of drawers and a storage door

Swiss Alpine wardrobe consisting of a row of drawers and a storage door

Located in grand Lancy, CH

Swiss Alpine wardrobe consisting of a row of drawers and a storage door with a painted decoration of Swiss folk art motifs circa 1850

Category

1850s Swiss Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wood

Zen Fire Pit by AK47 Design
Zen Fire Pit by AK47 Design

Zen Fire Pit by AK47 Design

$8,316

H 3.12 in Dm 27.92 in

Zen Fire Pit by AK47 Design

By AK47 Design

Located in Boston, MA

Zen fire pit by AK47 Design. Steel fire pit Ø1800 mm. Zen is a wood-burning outdoor fire pit with a round steel crown and built-in brazier. Stone, gravel, volcanic stones and san...

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2010s Italian Modern Used Fire Safes

Materials

Steel

Vintage Round Accent Table with Marble Top and Giltwood Base
Vintage Round Accent Table with Marble Top and Giltwood Base

Vintage Round Accent Table with Marble Top and Giltwood Base

Located in Sheffield, MA

Marble side or occasional table features a round marble top and a hand-carved wooden base painted gold.  

Category

1950s Spanish Used Fire Safes

Materials

Marble

Handblown Murano Glass Candelabra Multicolored, circa 1940
Handblown Murano Glass Candelabra Multicolored, circa 1940

Handblown Murano Glass Candelabra Multicolored, circa 1940

By Murano 5

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Handblown Murano glass candelabra, multicolored, circa 1940, Baroque style, five-arm candelabra with multicolored applied decoration, materials: glass and wood, wired for electricity...

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Mid-20th Century Baroque Used Fire Safes

Materials

Blown Glass

American Bronze and Enameled Box/Humidor by E.F. Caldwell, New York, 1900s
American Bronze and Enameled Box/Humidor by E.F. Caldwell, New York, 1900s

American Bronze and Enameled Box/Humidor by E.F. Caldwell, New York, 1900s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

An American Gothic Revival bronze and enamelled box/humidor. By Edward F. Caldwell & Co. Inc., New York, first quarter of 1900s. The rectangular hinged top decorated with a lady p...

Category

1910s American Gothic Used Fire Safes

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Mark Bankowsky, Pieds de Bouc, Stool, France
Mark Bankowsky, Pieds de Bouc, Stool, France

Mark Bankowsky, Pieds de Bouc, Stool, France

By Marc Bankowsky

Located in New York, NY

This surrealistic stool, which rests on silver or bronze legs modeled after a goat's, and is upholstered in lamb's wool, is a successful new take on a centuries-old tradition: transf...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Used Fire Safes

Materials

Bronze

Leopard Lumbar Pillow

Leopard Lumbar Pillow

$349 / item

H 14 in W 22 in D 1 in

Leopard Lumbar Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Amp up your space with our fresh mix of plush throw pillows, ready to ship in 3-5 days! While each one looks fabulous on its own, we ascribe to the ‘more is more’ philosophy when it ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Used Fire Safes

Materials

Polyester

Nice vintage French Aubusson Style Jacquard Halluin Tapestry "Verdure Colvert"
Nice vintage French Aubusson Style Jacquard Halluin Tapestry "Verdure Colvert"

Nice vintage French Aubusson Style Jacquard Halluin Tapestry "Verdure Colvert"

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Exceptional mid-20th-century French tapestry woven on Jacquard looms in Halluin stitch with wool and cotton. .The "verdure" genre was very popular in the 17th century and gave rise t...

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Mid-20th Century French Aubusson Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Pendant Jugendstil Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Vienna, AT

A Josef Hoffmann design for the Staekelborg, Knips and for the Berta Zuckerkandl Mansion. Comes as well in other sizes and colors. The other images shows the lamp in a showroom of th...

Category

2010s Austrian Jugendstil Used Fire Safes

Materials

Brass

Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel

By Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Handblown crystal vase in blue with a country style easter design. Hand-carved by Bavarian glass artists . A rich garland of trees and flowers with rabitts all around. One rabbit sit...

Category

2010s German Country Used Fire Safes

Materials

Crystal

Mexican Folk Art Wood Carving Traditional Dance Handmade Alebrije One of a Kind
Mexican Folk Art Wood Carving Traditional Dance Handmade Alebrije One of a Kind

Mexican Folk Art Wood Carving Traditional Dance Handmade Alebrije One of a Kind

By Manuel Cruz Prudencio, Ruby Fabian

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

The young dancers wear an armor of threads over their bodies, showing off an ancient indigenous art form. Colorful thread combinations characterize the huipil dress, a rectangle of c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Used Fire Safes

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Emile Albert Gruppe, Autumn Landscape in the Mountains, Oil on Canvas
Emile Albert Gruppe, Autumn Landscape in the Mountains, Oil on Canvas

Emile Albert Gruppe, Autumn Landscape in the Mountains, Oil on Canvas

By Emile Albert Gruppe

Located in Austin, TX

By Emile Albert Gruppe (1896-1978) 30" x 36" Oil paint on canvas Framed Size: 38" x 44" This painting by Emile Gruppe, titled "Autumn Landscape in the Mountains," captures a peacef...

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20th Century Impressionist Used Fire Safes

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Old Wooden Juvenile Carved Carousel Horse
Old Wooden Juvenile Carved Carousel Horse

Old Wooden Juvenile Carved Carousel Horse

$5,444Sale Price|20% Off

H 33 in W 38 in D 9 in

Old Wooden Juvenile Carved Carousel Horse

Located in Nantwich, GB

Juvenile carved wooden carousel horse carved in the style of Charles Loof. Lions carved into the back of the saddle. Restored. Recently restored. Part of a private collection for mor...

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Used Fire Safes

Materials

Wood

Victorian Carved Mahogany & Floral Tapestry Balloon Back Parlor Chair C1900
Victorian Carved Mahogany & Floral Tapestry Balloon Back Parlor Chair C1900

Victorian Carved Mahogany & Floral Tapestry Balloon Back Parlor Chair C1900

$760Sale Price|20% Off

H 36.5 in W 23.25 in D 21 in

Victorian Carved Mahogany & Floral Tapestry Balloon Back Parlor Chair C1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Victorian parlor chair, circa 1900, featuring a balloon back design crafted from carved mahogany. The chair is upholstered with a floral tapestry fabric on both the backre...

Category

Early 20th Century Used Fire Safes

Materials

Mahogany

TETE A TATE 19TH CENTURY ViCTORIAN CARVED WALNUT FOUR SEAT CONVERSATION COUCH
TETE A TATE 19TH CENTURY ViCTORIAN CARVED WALNUT FOUR SEAT CONVERSATION COUCH

TETE A TATE 19TH CENTURY ViCTORIAN CARVED WALNUT FOUR SEAT CONVERSATION COUCH

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite rare 19th Century Victorian Carved Walnut Four Seat Conversation Chair Please no...

Category

19th Century British Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Victorian Parlour Settee Mahogany Sofa Couch Circa 1880
Victorian Parlour Settee Mahogany Sofa Couch Circa 1880

Victorian Parlour Settee Mahogany Sofa Couch Circa 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Elegant English Victorian parlour settee crafted from mahogany Serpentine shaped frame with carved floral and foliate decoration Just been reupholstered so with new material - clean ...

Category

1880s Victorian Used Fire Safes

Materials

Mahogany

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Used Fire Safes For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of used fire safes for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and paint, all used fire safes available were constructed with great care. Used fire safes have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Used fire safes bearing Victorian or Folk Art hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many used fire safes are appealing in their simplicity, but Cyrus Price & Co produced popular used fire safes that are worth a look.

How Much are Used Fire Safes?

Prices for used fire safes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, used fire safes begin at $695 and can go as high as $5,300, while the average can fetch as much as $1,394.

Questions About Used Fire Safes

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A firedog, or andiron, is a pair of bracket supports used in an open fireplace on which to place logs. They allow air to circulate under the logs to facilitate efficient burning and to prevent excess smoke. On 1stDibs, find a collection of firedogs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fire dogs are used for holding logs in a fireplace. You will sometimes see them referred to as andirons. Most fire dogs feature metal construction. Designs range from very simple brackets to elaborate decorations with ornate bases and finials. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage fire dogs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, it is safe to use silver teapots. Silver is stable in water and vice versa, which means it’s perfectly fine to use a silver teapot as it was intended. It is recommended that you clean the pot thoroughly before use since many silver teapots are antiques. You’ll find a variety of silver teapots from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Bronze dishware is generally safe to use for eating and cooking, though it requires careful use. Additionally, bronze should not be used to store food over long periods of time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver is a chemically non-reactive metal, so as long as the tea set is clean and has been properly cared for, it is safe to use. However, silver is an excellent conductor of heat, so be careful not to burn your lips or tongue whilst drinking tea. Shop a collection of authentic silver tea sets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The safest way to burn a kerosene lamp is outdoors, but if you do want to use one inside, opt for K-1 kerosene in an indoor-specific lamp. Do not burn red kerosene in an indoor lamp because the fumes from the red dye can be toxic to inhale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Leather buckets were used as fire extinguishers, and were generally found in pairs. There would be a large linen bag rolled up inside for one to quickly pack belongings. Water from any nearby water source would be brought in these buckets to extinguish the fire. You can find an assortment of leather fire buckets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Victorian fire screens were used for safety, and this is why people continue to use them to this day. When placed in front of the fireplace, the screen prevents sparks from flying out into the room. In addition, screens reduce glare and lessen heat output, making it more pleasant to sit in front of a crackling fire. Shop a variety of fireplace screens on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Leather fire buckets were used in the earliest days of fire fighting in the 17th and 18th centuries before metal buckets became more common. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique leather fire buckets from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
    Many vintage lamps are rewired before sale, but always check the listing description; a licensed electrician can inspect and rewire older cords as a precaution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
    Many vintage lamps are rewired before sale, but always check the listing description; a licensed electrician can inspect and rewire older cords as a precaution.