The rectangular top with a shaped front edge, the brass top pierced with s- and c-scrolls, interlaced circles and two hearts,

the whole raised on three iron legs with a straight section

above three cabriole legs joined by a curving stretcher and ending in shell-form pad feet

Note : “Trivets” were raised on legs of iron to enable tem to sit in the actual fire,

supporting the cooking vessel for cooking, warming or stirring. 

Before the 18^th century, trivets were usually made entirely of iron,

the three legs providing more stability on uneven surfaces. 

In the 18^th century, they became much more elaborate, and even gained a 4^th leg, those being known as “footmen”. 

With footmen, only the back legs are usually of iron.

Condition : Excellent, with normal wear appropriate to age and usage

16.25” High x 15” Wide x 14” Deep

SOLD

#6474a 

George III Brass, Iron & Wood-Handled Trivet, c1780

With Brass Legs

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George III Brass & Iron Pierced Fireplace Trivet, England, Mid - Late 18th Century 

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