Firedog

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a firedog titled "Firedog". The base of the firedog is rectangular and made of dark gray metal. The base has a flat top and a decorative design on the front. The design features a circular motif with a vase of flowers in the center, surrounded by a border of small dots and leaves. On either side of the circular motif are curved lines with leaves and flowers. The base is supported by four legs shaped like lion's paws. On top of the base is a statue of a woman sitting on a pedestal. The woman is wearing a long dress and has her right arm extended outward. The statue is made of gold-colored metal and features intricate details. On either side of the pedestal are gold-colored metal decorations shaped like plants. The background of the image is a gradient of dark gray to light gray.