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Pair of 19th Century Wrought Iron French Andirons
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Pair of 19th Century Wrought Iron French Andirons

19th century
For Sale by Earl and Rymer
Description

Impressive pair of 19th Century wrought iron French andirons/fire dogs. These feature a stylised cup above a scrollwork base.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Earl and Rymer has dated these French Wrought Iron Andirons to the 19th Century.

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SA1196155
Description
Impressive pair of 19th Century wrought iron French andirons/fire dogs. These feature a stylised cup above a scrollwork base.
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Earl and Rymer has dated these French Wrought Iron Andirons to the 19th Century.

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SA1196155
Earl and Rymer
Earl and Rymer
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Earl & rymer specialise in beautiful, interesting and unusual decorative antiques and art.

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Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops.
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Archive I Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops.

Pair of 19th Century Wrought Iron French Andirons

Archive II Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops. View II
Archive III Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops. View III
Archive IV Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops. View IV
Archive V Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops. View V
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Archive VII Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops. View VII
Archive VIII Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops. View VIII
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Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops.
Pair of 19th Century Wrought Iron French Andirons
Ref: SA1196155
Pair of tall black wrought iron French andirons featuring forged scrollwork bases, central twisted shafts, and basket-form tops.
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  • ObjectAndirons & Fire Dogs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialWrought Iron
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsScrollwork base, Basket finial, Twisted stem, Forged rivets
  • SizeH 77 cm (30 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

These nineteenth-century French andirons bring classic French country style to a fireplace hearth. Forged from iron with a dark finish, the pair stands ready to support logs in an open hearth. Each piece rests on an ornate scrollwork base decorated with sweeping curls, supporting a central vertical shaft with twisted detailing. Small metal rivets secure the structural joints along the uprights, while a stylised cup or basket-form finial crowns the top of each shaft. Practical log supports extend forward from the main vertical assemblies to hold firewood securely above the hearth floor. Measuring 77 cm high by 30 cm wide and 60 cm deep, the heavy fire dogs fit comfortably within a standard chimney opening. Homeowners place these items directly inside a working fireplace or decorative mantel setup to provide both structural utility and traditional ornamentation. The durable metal construction withstands everyday exposure to ash and heat during seasonal fires while maintaining a stable footprint on the floor.

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Andirons, also referred to as fire dogs or chenets, were positioned in pairs within open fireplaces to elevate logs above the hearth bed. This design encouraged airflow beneath the fire to improve combustion while preventing logs from rolling into the room.

Craftsmen during the 19th century primarily hand-forged andirons from wrought iron or cast iron. Decorative examples often incorporated twisted ironwork, scroll patterns, or polished brass finials on the front vertical standards.

Authentic period pieces exhibit signs of traditional blacksmithing, including subtle hammer impressions, riveted or collared joints, and natural age-related oxidisation. Modern reproductions tend to feature uniform machine welds and perfectly symmetrical finishes.

Antique iron andirons can be placed inside an unused open fireplace or modern hearth alcove to add historical texture and structural form. They also serve as decorative floor sculptures positioned adjacent to a hearth or log display.

To preserve wrought iron, sweep away dust and loose soot with a soft-bristled brush. Periodic application of clear beeswax polish or graphite paste protects the metal surface against humidity and prevents surface rust formation.
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