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Cast Iron Andirons in the Shape of a Lying Dog, Belgium, 16th Century, Set of 2

Name: Cast Iron Andirons in the Shape of a Lying Dog, Belgium, 16th Century, Set of 2
Price: 2857 USD
Availability: InStock

$2,857

art classique

Bilzen, BE

Condition Notes: Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less

Description: "Rare Pair Of Cast Iron Andirons In The Shape Of A Lying Dog, Wallonia (belgium), 16th Century" This pair of … more "Rare Pair Of Cast Iron Andirons In The Shape Of A Lying Dog, Wallonia (belgium), 16th Century" This pair of cast iron andirons, made in the 16th century, is of a naive beauty but also demonstrates an aesthetic concern. Zoomorphic in shape, the Gaumais Museum (Virton), where a similar pair is kept, describes them as a representation of lying dogs. However, our andirons clearly show the representation of hairs all around the neck suggesting a mane. In addition, the representation of the head can also suggest that it is a lion instead of a dog. The author of these andirons did not only give a shape to their visible parts. Indeed, the back presents just as many precise details with the addition of a raised scroll on each side, in which we can see a stylization of the hind legs. In addition, a small ornamental ball has been added to the body of the andiron. It is a very certain inventive spirit, a dexterity but also a sensitivity that popular art in Wallonia expresses through this pair of andirons. Height 20.5 cm, length 44 cm less

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