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A Pair of French Gilt Bronze Caryatid Andirons
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A Pair of French Gilt Bronze Caryatid Andirons

19th century
Sold 27 August 2025 · Spitalfields House
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A pair of French gilt bronze caryatid andirons in the Louis XIV manner, probably mid-19th century. Hand finished with wonderful patina and of good weight.

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Spitalfields House has dated these French Gilt Bronze Andirons to the 19th Century.

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A pair of French gilt bronze caryatid andirons in the Louis XIV manner, probably mid-19th century. Hand finished with wonderful patina and of good weight.
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Spitalfields House has dated these French Gilt Bronze Andirons to the 19th Century.

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Fine period furnishings, objects and design - inspired by the houses of eighteenth century spitalfields.

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A pair of ornate French gilt bronze andirons featuring female caryatid busts and scrolling feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of ornate French gilt bronze andirons featuring female caryatid busts and scrolling feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Pair of French Gilt Bronze Caryatid Andirons

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A pair of ornate French gilt bronze andirons featuring female caryatid busts and scrolling feet.
A pair of French gilt bronze caryatid andirons
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A pair of ornate French gilt bronze andirons featuring female caryatid busts and scrolling feet.
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  • ObjectAndirons
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Rococo
  • MaterialGilt Bronze
  • ColourAntique Gold
  • MotifsCaryatid busts, Scroll feet, Acanthus leaves, Feathered headwear

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French gilt bronze andirons, also known as chenets, originated during the Renaissance and reached heights of artistic elaboration during the Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical periods, serving both a functional role in elevating firewood and a decorative purpose in elite hearths.

These pieces are typically crafted using traditional lost-wax casting in bronze or brass, followed by meticulous hand-chasing and the application of mercury gilding or modern electroplating to achieve the distinctive golden finish.

Authentic period andirons often display sharp hand-chasing details, significant weight, proper patination appropriate for their age, and construction methods consistent with historical metalworking techniques.

They can be positioned inside an empty or working fireplace hearth as a sculptural focal point, or repurposed on a mantelpiece or floor as standalone decorative metalwork.

Clean only with a soft, dry cloth to avoid damaging the delicate gilt surface, and keep them away from excessive moisture and abrasive cleaning agents.
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