Original antique French Empire 19th century cast iron & ormolu expanding fire fender with recumbent lion surmounts each end.

A style subsequently successfully reinterpreted hy Gianni Versace in the late 20th century and indeed to this day.

108 cm min width (expands to max width 128cm approx)

27 cm high

16 cm deep

In very good overall condition with slight wear/patina commensurate with age. Adjustable to desired width of fireplace.

Please check images as they form a large part of the description. Let me know if need any more.

Fire screen + irons pictured not in the listing, fender only.

(Maw & Co 3ft diameter Aesthetic Movement exhibition charger dtd between 1862-1883 available on request, not part of this listing which is for the fire dogs only. 'Three Graces' bronzes + Christopher Dresser / Thomas Jeckyll fire dogs/door stop, running as a separate listing).

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Can also drop off in/around London if pre arranged or welcome to collect.

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