French
Pair of Andirons, about 1500
Cast iron, height of each: 61 cm (24 in.)
This pair of identical French andirons is crafted of iron. These sturdy andirons have a head and torso at the top each. The figure wears a hat, has a page-boy hairdo and holds a shield against his chest. The shaft has dents throughout and splits into two legs. The back of the andirons are plain.
Raphael Room
Commentary
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