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18th-19th Century French Ormolu Neoclassic Andirons

$3,550.76per set
$5,717.32per set37% Off
£2,583.14per set
£4,159.29per set37% Off
€2,950per set
€4,750per set37% Off
CA$4,845.76per set
CA$7,802.50per set37% Off
A$5,396.20per set
A$8,688.79per set37% Off
CHF 2,808.42per set
CHF 4,522.03per set37% Off
MX$66,534.43per set
MX$107,131.72per set37% Off
NOK 35,767.39per set
NOK 57,591.57per set37% Off
SEK 33,617.88per set
SEK 54,130.49per set37% Off
DKK 22,450.87per set
DKK 36,149.71per set37% Off
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About the Item

18th-19th century French neoclassical andirons made of ormolu and wrought iron. The condition is good. One of the most valuable secrets of French metalworkers in the 18th and early 19th century was the gilding of brass and bronze, called ormolu. Fine gold powder was mixed with mercury and then blown onto the object to be gilded or it was applied with a brush. Then the object was heated with fire, causing the mercury to evaporate and depositing the gold onto the bronze. The technique was very dangerous because of the released mercury vapors. This technique was officially banned because of the health risk for the craftsmen, circa 1830.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.03 in (28 cm)Width: 11.03 in (28 cm)Depth: 20.87 in (53 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th-19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The andirons are in a good condition and are fit for use in the fireplace.
  • Seller Location:
    Soest, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: x16901stDibs: LU973710754933

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