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

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This is an antique coal purdonium. A Scottish, oak fireside fuel store with Gothic Revival taste, dating to the Victorian … Read more 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'') See less