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Large Early Antique Scottish Arts & Crafts Fire Grate Basket

About the Item

A unique and elegant large early cast iron and brass Scottish Arts & Crafts fire grate basket in the Lorimer manner. An arched shape fire back inset with a stylized sunflower, the three bar fire front showing a central rope effect design to the bar, topped with acorn shaped finials- flanked by large steeple standards supported on wide scrolled feet, capped with large flower finials. North Berwick, East Lothian, Edinburgh 1900. Sir Robert Lorimer designed many houses in North Berwick at this time, using the notable blacksmith Thomas Hadden. Photos before its restoration.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Style:
    Arts and Crafts (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Iron,Cast,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Edinburgh, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3296122021472

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