19th Century Polished Brass Coal Scuttle

A superb 19th Century polished brass coal scuttle and shovel of unusual Robert Adam style design, previously was silver plated but due to excess polishing is now showing more brass. The hinged lid and top are predominantly  embossed with tied ribbons, flower heads, harebells, honeysuckle and drapes. Surmounted with an ornate and decorative handle with ebonised ring turned wooden carrying handle and matching shovel. The whole supported on an elegant gadrooned square base.

Dimensions:- Max.Height (to top of shovel handle)…24’’/ 61cm. Width…11.5’’/ 29.5cm. Depth…17’’/ 43cm