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1920s Victorian Gas Fireplace Insert Antique O'Keefe and Merritt gas heater, cast iron and metal, copper and brass.
The plate …
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1920s Victorian Gas Fireplace Insert Antique O'Keefe and Merritt gas heater, cast iron and metal, copper and brass.
The plate on the side says-
Pioneer O'Keefe & Merritt Co
Manufactured in Los Angeles
No 44
Radiant Heater
Complies with National Safety Requirements
American Gas Association Approved
3500 BTU per radient per hour
Measurements
19½" tall
18" wide, including gas pipe on the side
12" deep including gas pipe on the side
The O'Keefe & Merritt Company began in 1920 and quickly adapted their heater designs to the times. This heater is one of their oldest models (44). Capped vent hole on the back.Radiating inserts are made of clay.
Has been repainted at one time and wear is commensurate with age.
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- Dimensions
- 18ʺW × 12ʺD × 19.5ʺH
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Cast Iron
- Clay
- Copper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
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