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

Our Stock # 25694

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'')