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Andiron

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver andiron with a twisted column and a finial on top. The column is on a square base with a shield on the front. Three legs extend from the base, one in the back and two in the front. The andiron is pictured on a white surface, and there is another andiron next to it. The title of the andiron is "Andiron" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
1795–1810
Medium
Brass, iron
Culture
American
Dimensions
488 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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