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| Weight | 30 kg |
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Cast Iron Tiled Fireplace Insert 36″W
£50.00 Excl. VAT
Cast Iron Tiled Fireplace Insert
Once refurbished, this antique cast iron tiled fireplace insert offers authentic Victorian character for generous period interiors. Alternatively, position a mirror within the opening to maximise light and depth, and use this tiled fireplace insert as a backdrop for displays of dried flowers or soft toys. Fireplaces like this suit both traditional and modern homes when used in creative ways.
Dimensions- W36″ x D6″ x H38″ (W91.5cm x D15.2cm x H96.5cm)
Please note, due to the nature of production, the age of the items and process of reclamation, there are likely to be imperfections and wear marks.
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Description
Cast Iron Tiled Fireplace Insert
This antique cast iron tiled fireplace insert offers authentic Victorian character for generous period interiors. Measuring 36 inches wide and 38 inches high, it suits larger reception rooms and formal dining spaces. Its bold proportions create an immediate focal point within any traditional setting.
Cast iron transformed British homes during the 19th century. Following advances of the Industrial Revolution, foundries produced ornate fireplace components on a grand scale. Craftsmen poured molten iron into detailed moulds, achieving crisp patterns at an affordable cost. As a result, homeowners enjoyed decorative heating features previously reserved for grand estates.
Cast iron remains an exceptional material for fireplace inserts. It withstands intense heat without warping and retains warmth long after the fire fades. Moreover, its strength allows intricate casting that would fracture in stone or clay. Properly maintained, a cast iron tiled fireplace insert can serve generations.
Authentic Decoration
In keeping with Victorian taste, this cast iron tiled fireplace insert features ceramic tiles flanking the hearth opening. The tiles reveal Eastern influence through geometric forms softened by floral detailing. Consequently, they lighten the signature dark finish of the ironwork. This contrast creates a lively centrepiece within a suitable period room, especially when matched with a suitable surround.
The insert displays honest signs of age and prior use. Surface corrosion marks the iron, while several tiles are missing or cracked. Additionally, wear appears along one internal edge where a fire basket once rested. With careful refurbishment, the cast iron tiled fireplace insert could resume working use. However, given its extensive wear, many buyers may prefer decorative display.
Position a mirror within the opening to maximise light and depth. Alternatively, use this tiled fireplace insert as a backdrop for dried flowers or soft toys. Reclaimed fireplaces also reduce demand for new manufacturing and preserve architectural heritage. Therefore, this cast iron fireplace offers sustainable style alongside enduring visual impact.
