S/5608 Antique Treen Early 19th Century Revolving Bar Grate Toaster/Cooking Fork

An interesting early 19th century adjustable bar grate toaster/cooking fork, having four revolving prongs attached to a sliding arm, with a turned fruitwood handle, brass collar and suspension ring. These items hooked onto the bars of a bar grate and were used for toasting bread and cooking small items of meat or game. It is unusual to find one complete in full working order.

Length extended: 20.25 in. (51.5 cm.)

Sold 6¾ in. (17 cm.) Wide
16 in. (40.5 cm.) Deep
5½ in. (14 cm.) High
English Circa 1820