Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 17
17th Century French Curfew
About the Item
A French curfew was a cover to extinguish and store the not yet burned wood or other fuel. In a medieval wooden house, the systematic use of the curfew was very important to prevent fire. Leaving a burning stove or fireplace unattended was very dangerous.
The condition is good, and the curfew is fully functional.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 9.85 in (25 cm)
- Style:Louis XIV (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Iron,Forged
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:17th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The curfew is in a good condition and is fit for use around the fireplace.
- Seller Location:Amerongen, NL
- Reference Number:
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are 1stDibs' most experienced sellers and are rated highest by our customers.
Established in 2006
1stDibs seller since 2013
1,265 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 9 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Amerongen, Netherlands
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 30 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- 17th Century French GridironLocated in Amerongen, NL17th century French gridiron made of wrought iron. To prepare small pieces of meat quickly over the fire. Sometimes they were put in the fire or el...Category
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
MaterialsWrought Iron
- 17th Century French Hanging TrivetLocated in Amerongen, NL17th century French hanging trivet made of wrought iron. The hanging trivet was used for cooking in the fireplace, to put a pot into. It was used in combination with a trammel and/or...Category
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
MaterialsWrought Iron
- 17th-18th Century French Fireplace CraneLocated in Amerongen, NL17th-18th century French fireplace crane made of wrought iron with 2 fixtures. The crane is still functional. It is used for cooking in the fireplace.Category
Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...
MaterialsWrought Iron
- French 17th Century Louis XIV TrivetLocated in Amerongen, NL17th century French Louis XIV period trivet. It is used for heating up a pan or to keep it warm in front of the fire. In a good working condition.Category
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
MaterialsWrought Iron
- French 17th-18th Century Louis XIV TrivetLocated in Amerongen, NL17th-18th century French Louis XIV period trivet. It is used for heating up a pan or to keep it warm in front of the fire. In a good working condition.Category
Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
MaterialsWrought Iron
- 17th-18th Century French Decorated Rotating GridironLocated in Amerongen, NL17th-18th Century French rotating gridiron made of decorated wrought iron. To prepare small pieces of meat quickly over the fire. Sometimes they were put in the fire or else on a tri...Category
Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...
MaterialsWrought Iron
You May Also Like
- Monumental French 17th Century FirebackLocated in Atlanta, GAA stunning and monumental 17th century fireback from the Loire Valley region of France. A luxury item that served not only to adorn the fireplac...Category
Antique 17th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels
MaterialsIron
- Antique Fire Grate / Basket, 17th Century DutchLocated in Haarlem, Noord-HollandA large, rare and well used Dutch iron fire grate. These amazingly crafted grate are a pleasure to have in you hearth and ae perfect for a real large log fire. We have replaced th...Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
MaterialsCopper, Wrought Iron
- Spanish 17th Century Hand Forged Iron ChainLocated in Atlanta, GAA terrific 17th century hand forged chain from the Barcelona region. Perfect for extending the length of a chandelier.Category
Antique 17th Century Spanish Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
MaterialsIron
- 17th Century Bone 'Flaming Torch' Hearth BrushLocated in London, by appointment onlyA very rare carved and turned bone 17th century Flemish hearth brush. Each section made from turned elements, taking the form of a flaming torch. Low co...Category
Antique Late 17th Century Dutch William and Mary Fireplace Tools and Chi...
MaterialsBone
- 17th Century Style Pair of Gothic Serpent AndironsLocated in London, GBA large pair of iron 17th century style Gothic serpent andirons with rope twist, English made circa 1920-1930 Measure: Overall height 36" 91 cm ...Category
Antique 17th Century English Gothic Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
MaterialsIron
- 17th c. Square Gothic Fire GrateLocated in Haarlem, Noord-HollandWrought iron Gothic fire grate, gorgeous patina.Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Gothic Fireplace Tools and Chimne...
MaterialsIron
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Antique Napoleon Iii
French Cast Iron Fire Back
Cheminees Philippe
Used Fireplace Screens
Brass Copper Log Holder
Fireplace Guard Screen
19th Century Brass Footman
Antique Glass Fire Screen
Floral Firescreen
Poker Suit
Vintage Coal Fireplace
Fer Forge Furniture Garden
Firetool Stand
Vintage Slating Tools
Antique English Brass Footman
Rattan Log Holder
Tov Furniture
Vintage Coal Scoop