Four Pairs of Small Wrought Iron Andirons

Description:

Four Pairs of Small Wrought Iron Andirons, America, late 18th/early 19th century, one pair each with loop finial over short hammered shaft above trestle feet, (imperfections),ht. 7 1/4, lg. 9 3/4, wd. 6 1/4, another pair each with loop finial atop straight shaft over trestle feet with folded-back ends, (imperfections),ht. 11 1/4, lg. 12 1/4, wd. 11 1/2, another pair with loop finials and hammered shaft atop trestle feet, (imperfections),ht. 9 1/4, lg. 9 1/2, wd. 6 3/4, and a pair with lollipop finials atop tapered, hammered shafts over arched legs with penny feet, some old black paint, (imperfections),ht. 8 1/4, lg. 8 1/2, wd. 8 in.

Provenance: The Howard Roth Collection.
Estimate $300-500

On first pair, overall rust; splits and wear to one bar, which has splayed out over time. On second pair, one rear leg with split resulting in hole; overall rust; discoloration to bars. On third and fourth pairs, some scattered rust.


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