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Andiron

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photo of a pair of andirons by artist unknown, titled "Andiron". Two fireplace andirons with egg-shaped finials on top of cylindrical bars with decorative bases. The andirons have three curved legs each and a short block attached to the back. The andirons are made of metal with a dark patina, possibly iron or steel. The background is a plain white surface with a wall behind it.

Artwork details

Date:
1770–1800
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
600 × 612 px
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