Wooden Fireplace Bellows — Riveted Leather Gusset, Warehouse-Tested (Strong Blast)
Wooden fireplace bellows with riveted leather gusset and tapered nozzle. Warehouse-tested — produced a strong air blast. Cosmetic wear and a dented nozzle tip. Single working unit, good for display or restoration.
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Wooden Fireplace Bellows — Riveted Leather Gusset, Warehouse-Tested (Strong Blast)
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Product description
Lot: a classic wooden fireplace bellows with riveted leather gusset and tapered nozzle. Photographs show a solid wooden body with decorative/functional metal studs, leather gusset intact and riveted to the wooden cheeks, and a tapered nozzle. Warehouse function test produced a strong air blast; leather was confirmed with no visible holes. No maker marks or labels were found.
This bellows will suit anyone after a working hand bellows for a hearth or braai, a restoration or period-decoration project, or as a props piece for set design. It is a practical, tactile item that combines decorative charm with proven manual function — ideal for collectors, restorers or homeowners who prefer a hand-operated air tool.
- Included: single wooden bellows (as shown)
- Condition: used — wood shows surface scratches, scuffs and general wear consistent with age and use
- Measurements: exact dimensions not provided — see photos for scale
- Working status: warehouse-tested — produced a strong air blast; leather gusset reported intact (no holes)
- Known faults: tapered nozzle tip is dented/slightly deformed; cosmetic wear to wood and leather edges; no visible maker/brand