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A Monumental Pair of 19thc English Wrought Iron Fire Dogs, Andirons 86cm Tall
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A Monumental Pair of 19thc English Wrought Iron Fire Dogs, Andirons 86cm Tall

19th century
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A Monumental Pair of 19thC English Wrought Iron Fire Dogs, Andirons 86cm tall

A very fine pair of substantial andirons, the 86cm tall fire dogs topped with cresset top cups and forged standards, with ornate scrollwork and spit-hooks, standing upon 77cm square section billet-bars.

A magnificent pair of hand forged, perhaps estate made wrought iron antique fire dogs of considerable scale and exceptional skilled forging, estimated conservative date circa mid to late 19th century, quite possibly earlier.

Dimensions

Height 86cm

Width 33.5cm

Depth 77cm

A monumental pair of iron firedogs, andirons of country house proportions, ideal for a large fireplace, inglenook etc, with considerable decorative appeal.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for £60, please enquire for Scotland.

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
77cm (30.31")
Declaration

Gilt and Gesso has dated these Wrought Iron Fire Dogs to the 19th Century.

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SA1216310
Description
A Monumental Pair of 19thC English Wrought Iron Fire Dogs, Andirons 86cm tall

A very fine pair of substantial andirons, the 86cm tall fire dogs topped with cresset top cups and forged standards, with ornate scrollwork and spit-hooks, standing upon 77cm square section billet-bars.

fig 1. A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals.
fig 1. A Monumental Pair of 19thc English Wrought Iron Fire Dogs, Andirons 86cm Tall

A magnificent pair of hand forged, perhaps estate made wrought iron antique fire dogs of considerable scale and exceptional skilled forging, estimated conservative date circa mid to late 19th century, quite possibly earlier.

fig 2. A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals.
fig 2. A Monumental Pair of 19thc English Wrought Iron Fire Dogs, Andirons 86cm Tall

Dimensions

Height 86cm

Width 33.5cm

Depth 77cm

A monumental pair of iron firedogs, andirons of country house proportions, ideal for a large fireplace, inglenook etc, with considerable decorative appeal.
Gilt and Gesso

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for £60, please enquire for Scotland.

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
77cm (30.31")
Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated these Wrought Iron Fire Dogs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1216310
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Archive I A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals.

A Monumental Pair of 19thc English Wrought Iron Fire Dogs, Andirons 86cm Tall

Archive II A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View II
Archive III A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View III
Archive IV A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View IV
Archive V A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View V
Archive VI A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View VI
Archive VII A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View IX
Archive X A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View X
Archive XI A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View XI
Archive XII A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View XII
Archive XIII A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View XIII
Archive XIV A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View XIV
Archive XV A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals. View XV
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A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals.
A Monumental Pair of 19thC English Wrought Iron Fire Dogs, Andirons 86cm tall
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A pair of tall 19th-century black wrought iron fire dogs featuring hand-twisted shafts, scrollwork feet, and circular top ring terminals.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Fire dogs, also known as andirons, are paired metal brackets used in open fireplaces to elevate burning logs off the hearth floor, facilitating improved air circulation for combustion and preventing rolling embers.

19th-century fire dogs were typically hand-forged from wrought iron, incorporating joined crossbars, hand-twisted shafts, scrolled feet, and functional hooks or top ring terminals.

Authentic 19th-century examples show evidence of hand-forging such as slight structural asymmetry, hand-hammered textures, riveted or mortised joints, and surface oxidisation rather than modern uniform coatings.

These structural ironwork pieces can be styled inside traditional hearths, positioned beside a modern wood-burning stove, or placed as sculptural architectural elements within an empty fireplace alcove.

To preserve wrought iron, brush away dry soot using a stiff brush and apply a thin layer of microcrystalline wax or traditional iron paste to prevent moisture contact and surface rust.
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