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Andiron

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of andirons. Seven sets of andirons are arranged side by side. Each set has two andirons facing each other. Most are made of metal. They are all different sizes and styles. Some have a ball on top and a base with three legs. Some have an oval shape on top. Some sets have a connecting rod between them. The background is a gradient from light gray to white. The andirons are displayed on a white surface. Andiron by unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1800–1830
Medium
Bell metal
Dimensions
600 × 464 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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