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An extraordinary, museum-caliber 7-piece antique hearth suite crafted by the renowned Rostand Manufacturing Company of Milford, Connecticut (c. 1890s). Finished …
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An extraordinary, museum-caliber 7-piece antique hearth suite crafted by the renowned Rostand Manufacturing Company of Milford, Connecticut (c. 1890s). Finished in a rare and highly desirable antique silvered/nickel-over-brass finish, this complete matched ensemble features refined fluted Neoclassical detailing, column shafts, square pedestal bases, Greek key fretwork, and elegant urn finials.
Historic Design & Provenance:
A companion 1890s Rostand hearth tool stand and fireset from this exact manufacturing era is preserved on display at the historic Harry S. Truman Little White House in Key West, Florida (see photo). While the Truman hearth set utilizes Chippendale-style andirons, this suite features Rostand’s premier Model 623 fluted Neoclassical andirons, offering an even higher level of architectural detail and presence.
Total Suite Weight: Approx. 40 lbs total (substantial, heavy sand-cast solid brass construction).
The 7-Piece Matched Set Includes:
(1) Master Pedestal Tool Stand: 27" H with heavy cast base and 4-tool hanger
(2) Matched Neoclassical Andirons: 23.75" H with fluted shafts, Greek key fretwork, urn finials, and original heavy cast-iron log dogs
(1) Ornate Hearth Shovel
(1) Balanced Hearth Poker
(1) Scissor-Action Tongs
(1) Natural Fiber Hearth Brush
Condition & Craftsmanship:
Authentic Period Construction: Features original square-nut assembly, hand-cut threading, and bench marks characteristic of late-19th-century American foundry work.
Finish: Rare silvered/nickel plating over solid brass with a warm, subtle age-appropriate patina. Excellent for cool-toned, transitional, or traditional interior design schemes.
State: Very good antique condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and gentle historical use. Structural integrity is solid throughout. Hearth Brush: Original natural fiber bristles with period hair loss/thinning consistent with age (can be easily re-bristled or displayed as-is for historic authenticity).
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- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 8ʺD × 27ʺH
- Styles
- Neoclassical
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Natural Fiber
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Very Good Antique Condition. Solid, sturdy, and structurally complete throughout with age-appropriate surface patina and minor historical wear. Hearth Brush … moreVery Good Antique Condition. Solid, sturdy, and structurally complete throughout with age-appropriate surface patina and minor historical wear. Hearth Brush Note: Hardware and matching handle are fully intact; natural fiber bristles show period-appropriate shedding and thinning from age. less
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