Sculptural Andirons or Fire Dogs in Wrought Iron, Early 20th Century, Set of 2

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Pair of Sculptural Andirons or Fire Dogs in Wrought Iron, France, Early 20th Century. This is a beautifully crafted pair … Read more Pair of Sculptural Andirons or Fire Dogs in Wrought Iron, France, Early 20th Century. This is a beautifully crafted pair of sculptural andirons, or fire dogs, made from wrought iron and dating from the early 20th century. The design carefully balances the classical and the modernist, creating a timeless and elegant appearance. The andirons feature a striking form, characterized by gracefully sweeping curves that converge at the top in a pointed and curled finial which looks like a stylized flame. This upward movement gives the pieces a sense of lightness and elegance, despite the solid, robust nature of the material used. The wrought iron has developed a rich patina over time, with subtle variations in tone. See less