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Pair of Quality 19th Century Antique Brass Andirons - Dresser Style
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Pair of Quality 19th Century Antique Brass Andirons - Dresser Style

19th century
Sold 27 June 2026 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Pair of Quality 19th Century Antique Brass Antique – Dresser Style

A superb pair of English Arts & Crafts period antique andirons, in brass, very well made with lovely Sunflower decorations and with two stamped Kitemarks. They are both in excellent condition and date to around 1870. Very much made in the Christopher Dresser manner.

Dimensions

Height: 30cm (11.90")

Width: 14cm (5.56")

Depth: 25cm (9.92")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated these Antique Brass Andirons to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
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SA1197051
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Pair of Quality 19th Century Antique Brass Antique – Dresser Style
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A superb pair of English Arts & Crafts period antique andirons, in brass, very well made with lovely Sunflower decorations and with two stamped Kitemarks.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

They are both in excellent condition and date to around 1870. Very much made in the Christopher Dresser manner.

Dimensions

Height: 30cm (11.90")

Width: 14cm (5.56")

Depth: 25cm (9.92")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated these Antique Brass Andirons to the 19th Century.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1197051
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A pair of cast brass andirons featuring openwork floral and sunflower motifs with upright circular shields.
Pair of Quality 19th Century Antique Brass Andirons - Dresser Style
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A pair of cast brass andirons featuring openwork floral and sunflower motifs with upright circular shields.
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  • ObjectFireplace Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsSunflower motif, Openwork cutouts, Turned columns, Splayed feet
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

FAQs

Andirons, also known as fire dogs, date back to medieval times when they were used to elevate logs off the hearth to improve airflow and combustion. Over the centuries, they evolved from purely utilitarian iron bars into highly decorative brass and bronze focal points of the fireplace.

Traditional andirons are typically constructed from cast or forged metals such as brass, bronze, and cast iron. Skilled metalworkers used casting, turning, and hand-chasing techniques to create intricate decorative details and robust structural frames capable of supporting heavy firewood.

Authentic period andirons often exhibit signs of age such as natural oxidation, casting flaws, and hand-filed joints rather than modern machine welding. Examination of the fastener types, metal composition, and wear patterns on the feet helps determine the exact era of manufacture.

Antique andirons serve as striking sculptural elements even in non-working fireplaces, adding metallic warmth and historical texture to contemporary rooms. They can be placed inside an empty hearth filled with pillar candles or styled on a hearth floor alongside a minimalist fender.

Preserving antique brass involves gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical metal polishes that strip away historical patina. If cleaning is necessary, mild soap and warm water followed by thorough drying will protect the metal without damaging the aged surface.
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