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Andiron (one of pair)

Herman Bader

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a set of andirons, used to support logs in a fireplace. It features a vertical post with a spherical finial at the top and two symmetrical scroll-like decorations descending the central post. The lower part consists of three curved legs with floral motifs at the central junction. The piece is likely made of cast iron, showing intricate detailing. The color is a dark gray, typical of aged metal. The andirons would likely stand about a foot tall, standard for fireplace tools on a hearth.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
graphite on paper
Dimensions
4078 × 5596 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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