Fender
Datec. 19th Century
Mediumbrass
Dimensions10 × 44 3/4 × 10 1/16 inches (25.4 × 113.7 × 25.6 cm)
Credit LineGift of Miss Emma Wilkins.
Object numberOT1954.11.a-.c
CopyrightThe images and text contained on this page are owned by Telfair Museums or used by the Museum with permission from the owners. Unauthorized reproduction, transmission or display of these materials is prohibited with the exception of items deemed “fair use” as defined by U.S. and international copyright laws.Label TextFenders were placed in front of fireplaces to help keep burning logs, coal, or ashes from rolling into the room. The pierced front on this fender allowed heat from the fire to flow into the space.