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

$1,335.28per set
£980per set
€1,138.08per set
CA$1,838.18per set
A$2,009.49per set
CHF 1,063.11per set
MX$24,046.73per set
NOK 13,526.53per set
SEK 12,382.17per set
DKK 8,500.75per set

About the Item

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'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.95 in (40.5 cm)Width: 13.98 in (35.5 cm)Depth: 20.08 in (51 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 256941stDibs: LU2645347647912

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