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Art Deco Cast Aluminum, Bakelite and Steel Fire Tools

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Vintage four-piece fire tool set including the shovel, brush, poker, and blow poke (ca. 1940s, USA). Stand is composed of a black weighted steel base and bakelite holder. All handles (stand and tools) are cast aluminum. Good, vintage condition with paint losses to the silver steel along with general wear, as shown. The brush is branded by the manufacturer, indicating that the bristles are white tampico. The manufacturer of the set itself if unknown. Holder alone measures: height 36.75" x diameter: 7.5" Diameter with tools in place: 9"
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.75 in (93.35 cm)Diameter: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good, vintage condition with paint losses to the silver steel along with general wear, as shown.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SKU000043141stDibs: LU1444232633782

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