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Antique Coal Purdonium, Scottish, Oak, Fireside Store, Gothic Revival, Victorian

Stock No

25694

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2024
  • £595.00
  • €675 Euro
  • $778 US Dollar

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Item Description

This is an antique coal purdonium. A Scottish, oak fireside fuel store with Gothic Revival taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. A wonderfully practical hearth companion displaying distinguished regional craftsmanship.

Select oak stocks with fine grain interest and attractive medullary ray figuring
Warm caramel hues complemented by golden bronze fittings
Tactile rolled carry handle sits prominently atop the lid for easy positioning
Lid decorated with a square frieze panel, enhanced with a quartet of brass corner mounts

Brass corners to the panel on the reverse adds further decorative appeal
Supplied with a coal shovel, featuring a brass blade and beech handle, neatly housed in the side bracket
Suitable for coal, small logs, briquettes or kindling, providing versatile fireside storage

A charming piece of Victorian Scottish Gothic Revival design, equally practical and decorative beside any fireplace. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 35.5cm (14'')
Max Depth: 51cm (20'')
Max Height: 40.5cm (16'')

Internal Width: 29cm (11.5'')
Internal Depth: 42cm (16.5'')
Internal Height: 24cm (9.5'')

Item Info

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Dimensions

H: 40.5cm W: 35.5cm D: 51cm

Period

1870s

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)207 1833511

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