{"product_id":"christopher-dresser-benham-froud-brass-charger-c1885-arts-and-crafts","title":"Christopher Dresser Benham \u0026 Froud Brass Charger c1885 Arts and Crafts","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eA striking \u003cstrong data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"361\"\u003eArts \u0026amp; Crafts brass charger designed by Christopher Dresser and produced by Benham \u0026amp; Froud around 1885\u003c\/strong\u003e. This decorative charger features a finely engraved sunflower motif with stylised leaves and geometric borders, reflecting the distinctive design language of the late Victorian Arts \u0026amp; Crafts movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eThe sunflower design was a popular decorative element of the period and appears frequently in Christopher Dresser’s work. Crafted in brass with a warm golden tone, the charger was intended for display and includes a hanging loop to the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eA classic and collectible example of \u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"887\"\u003e19th century Arts \u0026amp; Crafts metalwork\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for wall display or as part of a decorative antique collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good antique condition consistent with age. \u003cstrong\u003e(unmarked)\u003c\/strong\u003e The brass shows natural patina, surface marks, and areas of wear typical for an item of this age. Some small spots of oxidation\/verdigris and minor discoloration visible to the surface. The reverse shows age-related wear and oxidation. It has a plastic cover over the back, likely to help protect furniture and walls, as well as help with oxidation (common on any brass) No structural damage noted. The piece does look to have been polished previously, but not by me. It may or may not benefit from a polish depending on individual preference. Please review photographs carefully for full condition details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ojhgab\" data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eDesigned by \u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eChristopher Dresser\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17bz51o\" data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eProduced by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eBenham \u0026amp; Froud\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dgsit2\" data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eCirca \u003cstrong data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e1885\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d4p6zc\" data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eEngraved sunflower and foliate decoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b8pgn1\" data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eDecorative geometric border\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17xodaj\" data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eBrass construction with warm aged patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xxr28o\" data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eHanging loop to reverse for wall display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vwllp6\" data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eDiameter: 32 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9mdfp4\" data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eHeight: 2.25 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vantrocol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52809652699478,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/2783\/2406\/files\/1_0e353dc6-deeb-428b-bdf6-9c60dea50f1a.png?v=1773343993","url":"https:\/\/vantrocol.com\/products\/christopher-dresser-benham-froud-brass-charger-c1885-arts-and-crafts","provider":"Vantrocol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}