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Spectacular and Exceptionally Heavy 1950s Spanish Revival Style Solid Sand-Cast Brass 5-Piece Fireplace Tools Companion Set with Stand. Masterfully handcrafted …
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Spectacular and Exceptionally Heavy 1950s Spanish Revival Style Solid Sand-Cast Brass 5-Piece Fireplace Tools Companion Set with Stand. Masterfully handcrafted in Spain circa 1950s-1960s. Celebrating Spain's rich literary history with highly detailed sculptural tool handles modeled as the legendary Don Quixote. Professionally restored, thoroughly hand-polished, and showroom-ready.
Elevate your hearth architecture with this magnificent, highly sculptural statement fireplace companion set standing at a grand 26.0 inches tall and weighing a substantial 7.0 lbs in total. Executed in a powerful Spanish Baroque and Revival style with sophisticated Hollywood Regency undertones, the heavy architectural framework features an extraordinary level of high-relief artisan detail.
The stand features a spectacular, openwork rocaille base heavily chased with scrolling acanthus leaves, anchoring a stately fluted central columnar shaft. The crown is topped with an ornate, fluidly pierced decorative cartouche handle for easy moving and four integral hooks. Hanging elegantly from the frame are four individual hearth maintenance utensils. Each structural tool handle is masterfully modeled as a three-dimensional sculptural bust of Don Quixote, featuring his iconic pointed beard, mustache, and traditional Spanish ruffled frill collars ("gorguera").
The characterful set celebrates classic Rococo design elements, featuring a magnificent, highly detailed stylized scallop shell finial design executed on both the log tongs and the fireplace poker. The set is complete with an ornate coal shovel and a hearth brush with clean black bristles. The substantial solid brass body displays an outstanding original golden depth, enriched by a warm historical luster and an authentic untouched dark vintage patina in the deeply recessed casting. Due to its grand 26-inch vertical scale, full 5-piece configuration, and rare literary iconography, this curated luxury set serves as an unparalleled architectural statement piece for executive library fireplaces, formal living salons, or historic manor hearths.
MATERIALS, DESIGN AND CONDITION:
• The Structure & Artisan Casting: High-quality solid cast brass work crafted using traditional sand-casting techniques (sand-molded casting), celebrating Spain’s centuries-old heritage of fine art foundry. The characterful Don Quixote busts showcase a traditional, beautifully textured and slightly rustic sand-cast finish with unique variations, reflecting authentic mid-century European hand-molded craftsmanship. The metalwork is in excellent structurally sound condition, showcasing a deep, gorgeous period-correct golden patina with honest signs of historical age.
• Artisan Restoration: Professionally and completely restored by a specialist technician in our workshop. Thoroughly cleaned, carefully hand-polished, and chemically refreshed while strictly preserving the deep authentic period-correct vintage patina in the detailed recesses. The black brush bristles are tight, clean, firm, and fully functional. 100% operational straight out of the box!
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS:
• Total Vertical Height of the Stand (Including top handle): 26.0 inches
• Dimensions of the Ornate Base: 6.75 inches x 6.75 inches
• Length of the Log Tongs: 18.0 inches
• Length of the Coal Shovel: 17.75 inches
• Length of the Hearth Brush: 15.25 inches
• Length of the Fireplace Poker: 13.5 inches
• Total Weight of the Complete Set: 7.0 lbs
SHIPPING & IMPORT POLICY (100% DDP)
FOR US CUSTOMERS: The shipping rate shown is premium and all-inclusive. In strict compliance with US import regulations, our gallery 100% pre-pays and covers:
• ALL international customs duties
• ALL import clearance and broker fees
What this means for you: Absolute peace of mind. You will experience zero hidden customs clearance fees, unexpected clearance invoices, or delivery surcharges upon arrival.
• Speed: Shipped worldwide via premium tracked DHL Express (3–7 business days transit straight to your doorstep).
• Safety: Meticulously packed using professional multi-layered custom padding and reinforced housing to ensure a flawless, showroom-ready arrival.
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- Dimensions
- 6.75ʺW × 6.75ʺD × 26ʺH
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Polished Brass Finish
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- In excellent, professionally restored vintage condition. The heavy, monumental solid sand-cast brass stand and 4 individual Don Quixote tools are … moreIn excellent, professionally restored vintage condition. The heavy, monumental solid sand-cast brass stand and 4 individual Don Quixote tools are robust, structurally sound, and retain their magnificent original golden finish with a deep rich historical patina. The characterful busts feature an authentic rustic sand-cast texture. Scallop shell motifs are masterfully executed on the poker and tongs. Completely and meticulously restored in our workshop: professionally cleaned and hand-polished. The hearth brush bristles are clean, secure, and fully operational. Tested for absolute functional stability. Showroom-ready for immediate fireside installation. less
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