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What is a fire dog used for?
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Fire dogs are used for holding logs in a fireplace. You will sometimes see them referred to as andirons. Most fire dogs feature metal construction. Designs range from very simple brackets to elaborate decorations with ornate bases and finials. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage fire dogs.
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Shop for Iron Fire Dogs on 1stDibs
Pair of Tall Antique Cast Iron Fire Dogs
Located in London, GB
A substantial pair of fire dogs. The shield baring bears on hind legs supported on tripod scrolled
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Pair of wrought iron fire dogs, anonymous, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of fire dogs, anonymous, Sweden, 1970s
Wrought iron.
H: 18 cm
L: 47 cm
W: 26 cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Large, Gothic, Wrought Iron Fire Dogs, Medieval Revival Andirons
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Blacksmith forged pair of fire dogs. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home
Category
20th Century English Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Beautiful Tough Wrought Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique andirons 17th century.
Weight: 9 lbs / 4 kg.
Upon request they can be made black / pewter.
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Category
Antique 17th Century French Andirons
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Cast Iron and Copper Andiron Fire Dogs
Located in London, GB
Late 19th century polished cast iron with copper andiron - fire fogs. With Fleur De Lis motif
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chi...
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Josephine Andirons / Fire Dogs
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Beautiful cast iron andirons.
Weight: 14 lbs / 6 kg.
Upon request they can be made black / pewter
Category
Antique 19th Century Andirons
Materials
Iron
