{"product_id":"oval-pierced-brass-kettle-stand","title":"Oval Pierced Brass Kettle Stand","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn attractive antique brass kettle stand featuring an elongated oval form, decorative pierced openwork, and four turned feet. Its symmetrical design combines geometric detailing with graceful curves, offering a particularly appealing example of traditional domestic metalwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe openwork surface features a repeating border of elongated arches surrounding an arrangement of intersecting curves and stylized leaf-shaped motifs. Small circular details punctuate the center, while four short, turned brass feet elevate the platform above the table. The warm golden finish contrasts with the darker, verdigris-toned patina visible on the underside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrass trivets and kettle stands were familiar accessories in Victorian and Edwardian households, used to protect dining tables, sideboards, and other surfaces from hot kettles and serving dishes. Their pierced construction was both practical and decorative, allowing heat to dissipate while incorporating ornamental patterns into everyday household objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEqually useful today as a decorative trivet or display stand, this oval example would make a handsome addition to a traditional kitchen, tea table, or collection of antique brassware. Its openwork design is especially attractive when displayed on a shelf or layered among other collected pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e England, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian style, likely late 19th to early 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9.25\" L x 5.75\" W x 4\" H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique condition with surface scratches, tarnish, oxidation, and variations in the brass finish consistent with age and use. Please refer to photographs for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"England, 19th c.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44613996937303,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3505\/3399\/files\/B50A4255.jpg?v=1793798792","url":"https:\/\/gladysavenue.com\/products\/oval-pierced-brass-kettle-stand","provider":"Gladys Avenue","version":"1.0","type":"link"}