Pair of Nickel Plated Bronze Federal Style Andirons by Jackson
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in Water Mill, NY
Pair of Nickel Plated Bronze Federal Style Andirons by Wm.H. Jackson 32 E. 57th St. N.Y. Pat.Dec.1908 with removable backs-Hampton location.
Iron, Nickel
Pr. Early American Brass Andirons in the style of William Hunneman
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th c. antique brass andirons, in the style of William Hunneman. The andirons have considerable patination, please see images. We believe they are English in origin, howev...
Brass, Iron
Modernist Andirons Solid Brass Polished ca' 1950's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Two pairs (total of four) polished brass andirons, made William H.Jackson Co. NYC , ca' 1950's.
Brass, Wrought Iron
SUPERB Antique Arts & Crafts Andirons - Stickley era W5867 SALE SALE
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Nice Antique Arts & Crafts Andirons - W5867 This is an antique set of Andirons made by the William H.
Iron
Colonial Revival Brass Ball-Top Andirons by William H. Jackson
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in Milford, NH
Colonial Revival brass ball-top andirons by William H. Jackson Co., NY. Patent date Dec. 8, 1908.
Brass, Iron
Sculptural Pair of Art Deco Andirons
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Spectacular pair of stacked sphere andirons in constructed of brushed nickel plated brass and cast iron base. Made by the Wm. H. Jackson of New York in the mid 1930s.
Nickel, Iron, Brass
Pair Iron / Brass Modernist Andirons
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in New York, NY
Fine quality workmanship, elegant modern design. The cigar shaped ends are solid brass and cold be cleaned to shine if you prefer, of leave them in aged patina, as pictured.
Brass, Iron
Art Deco Andirions with brass spheres on iron columns
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Andirons made by Wm. H. Jackson Company, designed in the 1920's, brass sphere on iron column.
Brass, Iron
Modern Gold Tone Spherical Andirons, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Modern gold tone spherical andirons, in the manner of William H. Jackson Company.
Metal
Andirons by Danny Alessandro Stepped Design Nickel, USA, 1970s
By Danny Alessandro
Located in New York, NY
Alessandro's fireplace tools and andirons were sold through William H. Jackson Co. and Holly Hunt in the 1970s and 1980s in New York City.
Steel
William H. Jackson Company Modernist Brass and Glass Andirons
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in Astoria, NY
Modernist pair of andirons made by the William H. Jackson Company in New York City.
Brass
Sold
H 23 in W 10.25 in D 8 in
William H. Jackson Company Neoclassical French Empire Style Gilt Brass Andirons
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in Doylestown, PA
Neoclassical French Empire style gilt brass andirons by William H. Jackson Company, early 20th century.
Brass, Iron
H-Form Cast Iron Andirons and Fire Log Basket by William H. Jackson Co.
Located in Hanover, MA
This is an original set of cast iron H-form andirons or chenets labelled Wm. H. Jackson Co. together with the original cast iron fire log basket. Late 1940s-early 1950s minimalist mo...
Wrought Iron
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H 23.5 in W 8 in D 21.5 in
Neoclassical Rams Urn Pair Silvered Bronze Andirons Set Wm. H. Jackson New York
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
A handsome neoclassical rams and urn top pair of silvered bronze andirons set, by WM. H. Jackson, New York.
Bronze
Pair of Large William Jackson Brass Andirons
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of large William Jackson brass andirons, rare size.
Brass
Pair of 20th Century Neoclassical Andirons by William Jackson, Labeled
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 20th century neoclassical andirons by William Jackson, labeled.
Brass
Sold
H 27.5 in W 10.75 in D 26.75 in
Pair of Large American Iron Andirons in the Style of William Jackson, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of large American iron andirons in the style of William Jackson, circa 1900.
Iron
Sold
H 27.25 in W 13 in D 17 in
Early 20th Century William Jackson Brass and Iron Medallion Andirons, Signed
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of early 20th century William Jackson brass and iron Medallion Andirons, signed.
Brass, Iron
William H Jackson Co. Gilded Andirons & Tool Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large-scale ornate set of andirons with beautiful brass detailing and curved scroll feet will stand out in any stately fireplace. Complete with gorgeous gilded brass and pewter set o...
Brass, Pewter
Pair of Antique Majestic Tall Brass and Wrought-iron Andirons
By William H. Jackson Co.
Located in East Freetown, MA
Pair of large majestic brass and wrought-iron andirons. Classic antique heavy fireplace accessory with brass accents. Finely crafted andirons will continue to age gracefully.
Brass, Wrought Iron
Brushed Steel and Brass Andirons, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of a convex brushed steel blade with a brass blade on its center. This is a French work, circa 1950.
Brass, Steel, Wrought Iron
$4,475 / set
H 16 in W 5 in D 18 in
Pair of Custom Mid-Century Modernist Style Polished Brass Rectangular Andirons
Located in New York, NY
This ultra chic pair of custom andirons feature a minimalistic vertical rectangular front panel displayed in polished brass. They are fully customizable in terms of the dimensions an...
Iron, Brass
Pair Antique English Victorian Brass Andirons, Circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique English Victorian brass Andirons, Circa 1880.
Brass
$2,400 / set
H 26 in W 13 in D 15 in
Pair of Antique Renaissance Revival Brass Andirons, Late 19th Century
Located in Montreal, QC
These tall and well modelled fire dogs add a decorative accent in summer and a useful complement to your winter fires.
Brass, Iron
Pair of Antique French Silvered Bronze Andirons
Located in New Orleans, LA
These andirons have been silvered, so they are slightly different than the traditional bronze d'ore ones our shop usually carries. They are handsome and will make a statement in any ...
Bronze, Silver
$4,475
H 18 in W 5.5 in D 20.5 in
Modernist Art Deco Inspired Nickel and Brass Andirons, Manner of Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Handmade by artisans in New York state, this pair of modernist andirons embody the old world craftsmanship and design aesthetic of a bygone era. Each andiron offers a solid rectiline...
Nickel, Brass
Modernist French Bronze Andirons
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modernist French bronze andirons, France, circa 1960s.
Bronze, Iron
Art Deco Polished Brass Large Andirons ca' 1950's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of large, heavy and well made Art Deco style andirons made by Wm. H. Jackson Co, NYC, ca' 1950's. Polished brass and wrought iron.
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of Charleston Brass Andirons
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Charleston brass andirons with faceted finial ball top, bulbous centered column,matching finial log stops, and ending on square & scroll plinths.
Pair of English Brass Andirons with Classical Finials
Located in Middleburg, VA
A refined pair of mid-19th-century English brass andirons, radiating timeless Georgian elegance! Each standard rises in a finely turned baluster form, crowned with a classical urn-fo...
Metal, Brass, Wrought Iron
$2,500 / set
H 19.25 in W 8.5 in D 7.88 in
Vintage Patinated Brass Sculptural Andirons by Donald Deskey
By Donald Deskey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural blade-form andirons designed by Donald Deskey (ca. 1959, USA). Inspired by Samuel Gottscho's 1939 "Trylon and Perisphere" exhibited at the 1939 World's Fair, the bulbous, ...
Brass, Iron
Antique Arts and Crafts Decorative Brass Andirons
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of antique Arts & Crafts decorative brass andirons with beautiful patina.
$4,975 / set
H 18 in W 8 in D 18 in
Pair of Custom Mid-Century Modernist Style Polished Brass Caliber Andirons
Located in New York, NY
This sculptural and sophisticated pair of andirons were custom fabricated by artisans in New York State. Offering a vaguely figurative form, these brass andirons are composed of a bi...
Brass, Iron
$2,750 / set
H 19.25 in W 13 in D 21.75 in
Pair American Late Neoclassic Brass & Iron Andirons, ca. 1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having circular finely cast brass sections atop splayed legs terminating in ball claw and ball feet, the rear sections of wrought iron
Brass
Mid Century Modernist Machined Brass Fireplace Andirons
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous hand machined, tall, and statuesque brass andirons in the Bauhaus style. Brass has mellowed and retained an even patina. Well proportioned. In excellent antique condition wi...
Brass, Iron
1950's Brass and glass andirons in the style of Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's Brass and glass balls andirons in the style of Jacques Adnet France One little chip in the bottom of one ball who doesn't affect anything
Brass
$5,890 / item
H 16 in W 70 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Inspired Low-Profile Teak Wood Credenza by House of Jaipur
Located in New York, NY
A seamless blend of modern minimalism and functional elegance, this low-profile credenza is a refined storage solution designed for contemporary interiors. Its streamlined silhouette...
Wood, Teak
$4,400Sale Price|50% Off
H 34 in W 207 in D 68 in
Hans Weiss King Bed Headboard with Nightstands, Walnut & Brass, 1960
By Hans Weiss
Located in Hanover, MA
BG SUMMER SALE Custom L shaped headboard cabinet wall with floating nightstands and bookshelves designed by Hans Weiss in 1960 for the master bedroom of an Upper West Side apartment...
Brass
$1,695
H 33.47 in W 23.63 in D 22.05 in
Lovely Antique English Edwardian Ralph Johnson Oak Captains Office Desk Armchair
By Ralph Johnson
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Edwardian English oak Ralph Johnson stamped captains chair A very good looking and well made piece, I have two of these cha...
Oak
$3,200
H 16.14 in W 43.31 in D 13.78 in
Umran Double Vanity Sink in Natural Stone – Modern Sculptural Bathroom Statement
Located in Brooklyn, NY
EV-EL embodies a sculptural, material-driven design philosophy that bridges ancient craftsmanship with modern restraint. Each piece—whether a sink, mirror, or console—is rooted in fu...
Marble
$24,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 18 in W 61.5 in D 28.75 in
Two Midcentury Ebonized Walnut Woven Front Credenzas, Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Two signed Edward Wormley for Dunbar ebonized walnut woven front credenzas with brass fittings. One is a darker walnut than the other so they are not exactly matching in coloration. ...
Walnut
$7,433Sale Price|40% Off
H 21.66 in W 26.78 in
Ruins Landscape Codazzi Paint Oil on canvas Old master 18th Century Roma Italy
By Niccolò Codazzi (Naples, 1642 - Genoa, 1693)
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Roman school late 17th - early 18th century - Follower of Niccolò Codazzi (Naples, 1642 - Genoa, 1693) Pair of fantastic architectural whims with classical ruins and figures Oils on...
Oil
$48,000 / set
H 31 in W 21 in D 22 in
Set of Eight Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs in Linherr Hollingsworth
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Experience the epitome of mid-century elegance with this set of eight dining chairs designed by Edward J Wormley for the esteemed Dunbar Furniture Company. Featuring the impeccable M...
Brass
Vintage Deco Nautilus Shell Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with the ethereal glow of these vintage Hollywood Regency-style shell accent lamps. This stunning pair features natural shells treated with a lustrous, iridescent n...
Metal
Pair of Mazzega-Style Smoke Murano Glass Sconces
By Mazzega
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of curved smoked Murano glass wall lamps in Mazzega style. The glass reproduces the bark of trees. The shape of this lamp makes it perfect for columns and corridors. Equipped wi...
Metal, Brass
Set of Two Shagreen Nightstands by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Shagreen Stingray
Vintage Italian Cocktail Bar by Osvaldo Borsani, Circa 1940-1960
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large vintage Mid-Century modern Italian cocktail bar with a counter made of hand crafted polished Mahogany and Rosewood, designed most likely by Osvaldo Borsani, in good condition...
Marble, Metal, Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts Arm Chair (Stickley Era) - W2994 A SPECIAL SALE
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an antique Arts & Crafts Arm Chair circa 1910. It has the original leather seat. Made by Come-Pact. This is a very nice, inexpensive chair. As you can see, the shipping ...
Leather, Oak
$1,010Sale Price|10% Off
H 6.7 in W 5.91 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century modern Italian Applique in Brass and Opaline Glass , Wall Sconce
Located in Milano, IT
Flush Mount , Wall Sconces , Light Fixture , Art Deco Style Offered for sale is a stunning contemporary wall light, designed and hand crafted in Milano, Italy by expert artisans us...
Brass
$6,025 / item
H 49.75 in W 71.5 in D 8 in
The Bolection B: A Classical Stone Fireplace Profile with Shelf and Plinths
By Atelier Jouvence Custom Stoneworks
Located in Chicago, IL
The Bolection B carved stone fireplace features a classical Bolection-style profile, curving out and then back in. Additional layers of molding add to the visual interest. The top s...
Limestone
English 1930s Art Deco Walnut Double Bed
Located in Devon, England
Wonderful 1930s English walnut double bed. The veneers really make this bed outstanding book paged veneers throughout with walnut feather banding to the edges. Standard English doubl...
Iron
Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Teal Upholstery
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron, sofa, oak, fabric, France, 1960s Beautiful two-seat settee by Guillerme & Chambron, in solid oak. The back of the seat has been beautifully finished with woode...
Fabric, Oak
A set of antique or vintage andirons is a staple accessory, part of the fireplace tools you’ll want to collect for keeping a neat and elegant fireplace in your home.
Using andirons in a fireplace elevates the fire, ensuring more air can get to the logs thus keeping a fire burning longer. Andirons also encourage ventilation and may also prevent smoke from working its way into your living room or bedroom.
Think of these accessories as part of an upright metal support system to optimize your fire. Antique andirons are basically u-shaped brackets with a curved end that come in pairs and are largely quite simple in structure, but the design of this household necessity has improved over time. Outwardly decorative andirons have become available since their debut because one should never underestimate the style quotient of an attractive hearth.
Andirons, which earned the nickname “firedogs” given their similarity in form to a pair of upright canines, are believed to be the oldest fireplace furnishings. They have been used broadly since at least the late Iron Age. Before iron became the material of choice, stone andirons did a suitable job of balancing the logs in a fire and adding a sense of symmetry to the hearth. Fire baskets, like the combination of andirons and a grate, afforded an opportunity to layer logs in a fire rather than delicately stacking them on andirons.
Today, andirons can be found in bronze and brass, too, which contrast wonderfully with a mantel carved from dark marble, for example, and add dimension to what might otherwise be a subdued space. And while people aren’t cooking in the fireplace anymore, andirons’ spit hooks offered an opportunity to roast meat or rest the pokers that you typically would’ve kept fireside.
During the Renaissance, andirons became especially ornate and even figurative, taking on human forms as well as marine life such as dolphins. Art Deco–era andirons are particularly exquisite. While the accessories are frequently characterized by rich geometric angles and sculptural curves, attributes that we know of most Art Deco furniture, artisans of the period also looked to what was by then a long tradition of designing andirons in the shape of animals and reptiles.
Adding fashionable antique or vintage andirons will not only improve the quality of a fire but can also elevate your space as well as the fireside experience. Find modern andirons, Art Nouveau andirons and other varieties today on 1stDibs.
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