Large Iron North Wind and Dolphin Andirons
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large iron, north wind and dolphin andirons. These andirons can be shipped UPS.
1990s Andirons
Iron
Large Iron North Wind and Dolphin Andirons
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large iron, north wind and dolphin andirons. These andirons can be shipped UPS.
Iron
French Edgar Brandt Style Bronze Poseidon Dolphin Andirons
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Westport, CT
Edgar Brandt style antique French bronze Poseidon dolphin andirons, with twisted iron log arms.
Bronze, Iron
$3,400 / set
Virginia Metalcrafters Brass Dolphin Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of solid brass and irons Dolphins andirons by Virginia Metalcrafters.
Brass, Iron
Pair of American Polished Brass Dolphin Andirons with Matching Log Stops, C 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American polished brass dolphin andirons with rectangular step back molded plinths, matching dolphin log stops, and retain the original rear iron support legs, Late 19th Century
Brass, Iron
$1,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
Colonial Williamsburg Serpentine Fender with Dolphin Andirons
By Colonial Williamsburg Licensed Reproduction Co. 1
Located in Asheville, NC
Serpentine shaped pierced work, polished brass fire fender, pair of andirons with left and right brass cast dolphins, smaller cast brass dolphins on the black iron fire dogs.
Brass
Pair of French Brass Flame Finial Acanthus Foliage & Dolphin Andirons, C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French brass flame finial andirons with tapered ringed acanthus foliage columns, flanking dolphins on rectangular plinths, foliage bulbous feet, matching bulbous log stops, a...
Brass, Iron
$2,987Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Louis XIV Bronze & Wrought Iron Dolphin Andirons, France, Late 17th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
This pair of andirons is topped with flame sculptures. Note: an old repair is visible on one of the dolphins (please see photos).
Wrought Iron, Bronze
Pair of French Brass Cherub & Dolphin Andirons with Matching Log Stops, C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French brass decorative andirons with flanking cherubs holding scrolls, intertwined banded dolphins, and resting on the original curvature brass and iron rear legs with match...
Brass, Iron
$2,475 / set
Pair Dolphin and Sailing Ship American Andirons
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an exceptional pair of large c. 1850 cast iron andirons. The andiron shaft is composed of a mythological dolphin on a classical plinth surmounted by a medallion encircling a ...
Iron
Collector Craftsmanship Dolphin sculpture Brass / Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Designed as a beautiful tribute to the graceful form of a dolphin, each andiron features a solid brass dolphin sculpture perched atop a sturdy wrought iron base, offering both functi...
Brass, Wrought Iron
Mid Century Brass Nautical Style Anchor Andirons with Dolphins
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of cast brass andions with a total nautical theme. Anchors are the main feature with dolphins at the base and rope all represented in excellent castings.
Brass, Iron
$960Sale Price / set|20% Off
Antique French Second Empire Figural Bronze Andirons with Dolphin Finials 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique set of French Empire figural andirons offer cast bronze construction with dolphin finials over reeded columns with acanthus and dolphin bases, 19th century Measures- 23''...
Bronze
Pair of American Brass Intertwined Dolphin & Ship Andirons. Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass andirons with perched flanking ships, intertwined dolphins, matching finial log stops , and resting on rectangular plinths.
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of Bradley & Hubbard cast iron dolphin form andirons, c. 1900
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of cast iron dolphin form andirons on iron log rests. The andirons are facing and the log rests are removable and attached by means of a dovetail joint.
Iron
Pair of American Polished Steel & Brass Dolphin Ship Andirons, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American polished steel and brass andirons with flanking oval ship medallion finials resting on a floral motif, flanking intertwined dolphins, and terminating on decorative s...
Brass, Steel
Pair of Late 19th Century French Baroque Bronze Andirons with Dolphin and Putti
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Impressive and beautifully detailed pair of French late 19th century bronze chenets or andirons depicting dolphins and putties. A pair of Fleur-de-Lys topping the obelisks.
Bronze
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Pair French 19th Century Bronze Figural Bronze Chenets, Andirons
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique pair of figural bronze andirons of a Man and Woman from Paris France. This is an impressive pair of andirons with dolphin fish as the base holding a urn with three winged gri...
Bronze, Iron
Pair of French Bronze chenets “Aux Dauphins” c. 1780, dolphin form andirons
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Pair of French Bronze chenets “Aux Dauphins” c. 1780, dolphin form andirons. 14” h. x 7” w. x 21” d.
Bronze
Rococo Revival Brass Andirons, Polished Finish, England, Circa 1850
Located in London, GB
The substantial base supports with scrolled foliage and fruit in relief, on stylised dolphin feet. This set of andirons are near identical to a set at Knole Park, Kent, see image fro...
Brass, Iron
1870's Bradley and Hubbard Dolphin Andirons
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
Wonderful graphic cast iron dolphin form andirons , patent 1868. Stamped B&H on back.
Iron
Brass Fireplace Ornament Dolphin Chenet Andirons
Located in Tulsa, OK
Great Chenets or Andirons. They are very heavy in brass with cast metal bases.
Metal, Brass
Pair of 1920s Dolphin Andirons
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
This is a unique pair of dolphin andirons, I've never seen this pattern before and think it was a very limited production.
Brass
Sold
H 24 in W 11 in D 20 in
Pair of English Brass Intertwined Dolphin Andirons with Flame Finials. C. 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English brass intertwined dolphin andirons with flanking flame finials, matching urn finial log stops, original cast iron dog legs, and terminating on scrolled gadrooned legs...
Brass, Iron
Pair of Brass Dolphin Andirons by Virginia Metalcrafters
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Brass Dolphin Andirons by Virginia Metalcrafters. Fully formed dolphin figures on a stepped base.
Brass, Iron
Pair Tall Brass Dolphin Andirons
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of large brass dolphin motiff andirons.
Brass, Iron
Pair of Continental Dolphin Andirons
Located in Westwood, NJ
Pair of bold Continental polished steel and wrought iron dolphin and trident motif andirons.
Metal
19th Century Cast Iron Dolphin Andirons
Located in Doylestown, PA
Pair of 19th century cast iron dolphin-form andirons, scrolled form on a plinth base.
Iron
19th Century Cast Iron Dolphin Andirons
Located in Doylestown, PA
Pair of 19th century cast iron dolphin-form andirons, scrolled form on a plinth base.
Iron
Pair of 19th Century Neoclassical Dolphin Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Early 19th Century Neoclassical Andirons with Interlocking Dolphin Motif A finely cast pair of early 19th century gilt-bronze and wrought iron andirons, each featuring an ele...
Brass
pr of large 19th c Dolphin andirons
Located in Dallas, TX
19th c French dolphin chenets. bronze dore beautiful detail
Bronze
Pair of American Brass Dolphin Andirons, Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass andirons with flame finial tops, flanking intertwined dolphins, matching log stops, and resting on decorative floral medallion plinths with scrolled feet, Late...
Brass, Wrought Iron
Sold
H 29 in W 13 in D 20 in
Stunning Pair of Large 20th Century Iron and Steel Baroque Dolphin Andirons
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a great pair of Baroque style andirons that are detailed with entwined dolphins, naturalistic elements and swirled iron finials.
Steel, Wrought Iron
17th Century Louis XIV Andirons or Firedogs with Dolphins
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century Louis XIV andirons made of bronze and wrought iron. The dolphins are symbol for the Dauphin, crown prince of France.
Bronze, Wrought Iron
17th Century Louis XIV Andirons or Firedogs with Dolphins
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century Louis XIV andirons made of bronze.
Bronze, Wrought Iron
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H 27.5 in W 10.5 in D 10 in
Vintage French Empire Dolphin Head Bronze Brass Fireplace Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire Style Dolphin Head Bronze Brass Fireplace Andirons - a Pair.
Brass, Iron
Gold Dolphin Andirons Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of gilt dolphin andirons or bookends. The pieces are spectacular to look at and are the perfect addition to many fireplaces - while they do not have the rods to hold the logs ...
Metal, Gold
Pair of Antique Solid Brass Dolphin Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wonderful pair of Antique solid brass Dolphin andirons. Beautifully chased brass dolphins with nice patina.
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 15 in W 10.25 in D 21.25 in
Pair of American Polished Brass Dolphin Andirons with Matching Log Stops, C 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American polished brass dolphin andirons with rectangular step back molded plinths, matching dolphin log stops, and retain the original rear iron support legs, Late 19th Century
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 14.25 in W 10.25 in D 20.25 in
Dolphin Andirons, Bradley & Hubbard, Meriden, Connecticut, circa 1886-1900
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Downingtown, PA
Bradley & Hubbard Dolphin andirons, Meriden, Connecticut, circa 1886-1900.
Iron
Pair of American Whimsical Castiron Dolphin Shaped Andirons
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of whimsical castiron dolphin shaped andirons. United-States.
Pair Of Bradley & Hubbard Dolphin Form Cast Iron Andirons
Located in Essex, MA
Dolphin form signed B&H.
Iron
Sold
H 24.5 in W 11 in D 22 in
Pair Antique Neoclassical Figural Bronze Andirons with Urns & Dolphin, c1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of antique Neoclassical polished bronze andirons featuring ebonized highlights, figural dolphins, reeded base border and urns with Greek Key pattern borders and flame finials, c...
Bronze
Sold
H 12.5 in W 3.25 in D 12 in
Pair of Antique Figural Gilt Bronze Stylized Dolphin or Fish Andirons
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
The detailed cast bronze sculptures of the andirons depict figural and stylized dolphins or fish with large heads with gaping mouths that sit firmly on the floor with the tails point...
Bronze
Sold
H 15 in W 10.25 in D 21.25 in
Pair of American Brass and Iron Dolphin Fire Place Andirons, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass decorative dolphin fire place andirons with flanking heads, scrolled intertwined engraved tails, matching miniature log stops , original iron legs, and resting...
Brass, Iron
Pair Brass Figures Of Cherubs Riding Dolphins
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of cast brass double-sided table or shelf ornaments of cherubs riding dolphins. Could also be used as fireplace andirons.
Brass
Notable Pair of Antique Dore Bronze Dolphin Form Chenets
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Magnificent pair of antique Chenets in Dolphin Form and contrasting red gold/ gold finish. Classic French styling with fierce water spouting dolphins atop stylized gold waves overhan...
Bronze
Pair Antique French 19th Century Bronze Figural Andirons
Located in New York, NY
An impressive pair of Antique French 19th Century Bronze Figural Andirons. Dolphin fish at base hold up an urn with a women and man on top.
Bronze, Iron
Pair Continental Dolphin Brass Andirons Chenets
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair solid brass Dolphin (fish) fireplace neoclassic style andirons or chenets with iron/brass legs.
Metal, Brass
Pair of Midcentury Brass Dolphin Form Andirons
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Each of solid brass casting with iron log support.
Brass
Seahorse and Dolphins Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Seahorse and dolphins andirons 1930s in bronze and cast iron from a Palm Beach estate.
Iron
Sold
H 28 in W 11 in D 25.75 in
Pair of 19th-20th Century Black Iron Dolphin Andirons with Flame Finial
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 19th-20th century black iron dolphin andirons with flame finial.
Iron
Pair of Dolphin Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Silvered Metal Andirons
Antique Cast Iron Dolphin Andirons
Located in Hudson, NY
an outstanding pair of antique cast iron andirons with beautiful dolphins spiralling around the center pedestals, and intricate detailing with leaf and pineapple finials. wonderful p...
Iron, Brass
Pair of Neoclassical Bronze Dolphin Andirons
Located in Essex, MA
A pair of unusual and beautifully designed neoclassical style dolphin-form andirons in bronze, the scrolled tails morphing into stylized acanthus leaves, the dolphins supported on a ...
Bronze
Polished Brass Dolphin Andirons
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Baroque style polished brass andirons with dolphins and acorn finials, circa early 20th century.
Brass
Brass Anchor Andirons
Located in Southampton, NY
A pair of solid brass anchor form andirons with dolphins, rope and shell motif and smaller anchor form log stops.
Louis XV Style Andirons, circa 1850
Located in San Marino, CA
Louis XV style andirons depicting dolphins, heavily detailed.
Bronze
Pair of American Reeded Brass Andirons Circa 1920
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Pair of American Reeded Brass Andirons with winged dolphin and foliate decoration on stylized paw feet, circa 1920.
Brass, Iron
Brass Dolphin-Form Andirons
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish set of andiron by Bradley and Hubbard have been professionally polished and lacquered. FYI: Bradley & Hubbard Manufacturing Company Fate sold to the Charles Parker Comp...
Brass, Iron
Dolphin Andirons by Bradley and Hubbard
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in New York City, NY
Dolphin Andirons by Bradley and Hubbard from 1870
Iron
$290,000
H 136 in Dm 108 in
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns . Monumental Exquisite refined work King Charles X Period Rotunda rotundus building structure with a...
Stone, Copper
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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