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Pair of Antique Andirons
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Pair of Antique Andirons

19th century
For Sale by Deva Antiques
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A fine quality pair of 19th century cast iron and brass andirons.

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Declaration

Deva Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Andirons Pair to the 19th Century.

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SA1213875
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21665
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Description
A fine quality pair of 19th century cast iron and brass andirons.
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Date of Manufacture

Deva Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Andirons Pair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1213875
Dealers Internal Ref
21665
Deva Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022
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A pair of antique cast iron and brass andirons featuring spherical brass finials, lion mask central motifs, scrolled legs, and claw feet.
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Archive I A pair of antique cast iron and brass andirons featuring spherical brass finials, lion mask central motifs, scrolled legs, and claw feet.

Pair of Antique Andirons

Archive II A pair of antique cast iron and brass andirons featuring spherical brass finials, lion mask central motifs, scrolled legs, and claw feet. View II
Archive III A pair of antique cast iron and brass andirons featuring spherical brass finials, lion mask central motifs, scrolled legs, and claw feet. View III
Archive IV A pair of antique cast iron and brass andirons featuring spherical brass finials, lion mask central motifs, scrolled legs, and claw feet. View IV
Archive V A pair of antique cast iron and brass andirons featuring spherical brass finials, lion mask central motifs, scrolled legs, and claw feet. View V
Archive VI A pair of antique cast iron and brass andirons featuring spherical brass finials, lion mask central motifs, scrolled legs, and claw feet. View VI
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Deva Antiques
Telephone 01252 843538
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High Street
Hartley Wintney
Hampshire
RG27 8NY
United Kingdom
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A pair of antique cast iron and brass andirons featuring spherical brass finials, lion mask central motifs, scrolled legs, and claw feet.
Pair of antique andirons
Ref: SA1213875
A pair of antique cast iron and brass andirons featuring spherical brass finials, lion mask central motifs, scrolled legs, and claw feet.
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  • ObjectAndirons
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, Cast Iron
  • ColourBlack, Brass
  • MotifsBrass sphere finials, Lion mask bosses, Scrolled legs, Claw feet
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 19 cm (7 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

This pair of 19th-century Victorian andirons consists of cast iron bodies finished in black with polished brass accents. Each piece stands on scrolled legs terminating in claw feet and features a round brass sphere finial at the top. Central details include cast lion mask bosses, complemented by sculptural acanthus leaf carving along the upright stems. The dimensions measure 37 cm high, 19 cm wide, and 24 cm deep. Placement suits a traditional fireplace hearth in a gentleman's library or reception room. The heavy construction anchors an open hearth, while the reflective brass elements catch ambient light from the fire and room.

FAQs

Andirons, historically referred to as firedogs, were developed to hold burning logs off the bottom of a hearth. Raising the fuel allowed air to circulate underneath the wood, promoting more efficient combustion while preventing burning logs from rolling into the room.

Most period andirons were constructed using cast iron, wrought iron, brass, or bronze. Heavy iron formed the structural base and log supports due to its high heat tolerance, while polished brass or bronze was utilized for decorative front-facing elements like finials and motifs.

Authentic period examples often exhibit seam lines from traditional sand-casting, threaded rod construction connecting the brass finials to the iron bodies, and natural surface oxidisation or soot buildup along the rear log supports.

Andirons can be placed inside an active open fireplace, paired with a modern bioethanol burner insert, or styled purely decoratively within an empty inglenook or disused hearth alcove to add architectural focal interest.

Iron bases should be brushed clean of loose debris and treated with black grate polish or light mineral oil to prevent rust. Brass finials can be gently wiped with a dry microfiber cloth or treated with a specialist metal polish if a bright finish is desired.
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