19th Century Nursery Fire Guard with Brass Rails Edward Barnard Silver lifts to reveal a cushioned

lifts to reveal a cushioned plush base

standing on turned legs and stretchers

foliage and scrolls in tones of soft green and cream on a rust ground

but we love the authenticity of the original painted decoration

19th Century Nursery Fire Guard with Brass Rails Edward Barnard Silver lifts to reveal a cushionedA very good quality Victorian nursery fire guard with brass top and bottom rails, standing on brass ball feet. This fireguard also has brass holders for fire irons. The overall condition is very good, the base plate is extremely strong. This excellent example of a Victorian nursery fireguard is as decorative and practical today as it was in the 19th century. c. 1880 Width: 34. 75" (88. 5cm) Height: 24. 5" (62cm) Depth: 12. 5" (32cm) Ref: D765