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Andiron

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image. Horizontal rectangle photo of andirons. The andirons are displayed on a white surface against a light-colored wall. The andirons vary in design. From left to right, first set: two short and thin; two thin posts topped with spheres on a base with three legs ending in scrolls; Second set: two thin posts with decorated bases and feet; two large posts with oval tops; Third set: thin post with multiple spherical sections; two thin; short posts connected by a short rod; Fourth set: two thin posts with spherical; tapered tops on a base with three legs. All andirons are made of metal with a reflective surface. The title is "Andiron" and the artist is unidentified.

Artwork Details

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