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Andirons For Sale
Pair of Renaissance Bronze Figure Andirons
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Renaissance-style (19th Century) bronze andirons with a classical figure holding urn with flame above his head all supported on a double griffin base (PRICED AS Pair)
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19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Twisted Wrought Iron Andirons, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of a twisted main part with ball on top. With their look, they can both be used for an old fire place as for a contemporary one. They are French, circa ...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

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 b...
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19th Century French Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

France Mid-18th Century Pair Bronze and Iron Neoclassical Andirons
Located in Brescia, IT
This magnificent pair of bronze Neoclassical andirons, was crafted in France, in Mid-18th Century by master artisans. The refined neoclassical shape exudes a timeless elegance and st...
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Artisan Andirons in Polished Brass and Wrought-Iron 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large and exceptional andirons in polished brass and wrought-iron, American 1970's. These andirons are beautifully made and would add a touch of elegance to any fireplace. ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Metal Figural Soldier Fireplace Andirons
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique cast metal andirons are unsigned, but likely originate from Europe dating to approximately 1880 and done in the period Victorian style. The fronts of the andiron...
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Late 19th Century Unknown High Victorian Antique Andirons

Materials

Metal

Rare Pair of Medieval Sand Cast Iron Andirons
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of rare and ancient weathered sand-cast iron figural andirons with finials in the shape of almond eyed faces with tight widows'-peak headcoverings coming to a point in the mid...
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15th Century and Earlier French Medieval Antique Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Andirons / Fire Dogs, Woman with Hairband
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique andirons, woman nicely dressed with a hairband made of spikes - very decorative. Weight: 12 lbs / 5 kg. Upon request they can be made black / pewter.    
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19th Century French Antique Andirons

Materials

Iron

Set of 13 Regency Style 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrades
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Thirteen finely cast Regency style mid-19th century iron balustrades, recently refinished in black powder coat. Each balustrade is matching in design, decoratively cast into a sweepi...
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Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Andirons

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of Tall Solid Brass Harvin Co. Federal Style Andirons
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Federal style andirons made from high quality cast brass pieces assembled. Tall and elegant in excellent vintage condition with...
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1950s American Federal Vintage Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique French Empire Brass Bronze Urn Finial Slender Column Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Brass Bronze Urn Finial Slender Column Andirons with Desirable Patina and Branch Feet - a Pair. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 22" H x 11.5" W x 18" D.
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Late 19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass

Antique Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Black Wrought Iron Scrolling Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Black Wrought Iron Scrolling Andirons - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 22" H x 13" W x 20.75" D.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Lemon Top Antique Brass and Iron American Andirons
Located in Lomita, CA
An antique pair of classic American brass and iron lemon-top andirons create a beautiful silhouette in front of a cozy fireplace. These are from the latter part of the 19th century,...
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Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Antique Brass Empire Style Andirons
Located in Sheffield, MA
A Classic pair of Empire style antique brass andirons with aged patina. Wonderfully handsome, will add style and character to any fireplace. OAL...
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19th Century American Empire Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Very Large & Impressive Pair of Brass Firedogs with Ball Tops
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive pair of mid 19th century brass firedogs, with cabriole bases, octagonal shaped columns surmounted by large ball tops. Shaped brass returns leading the iron bac...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass

Pair of Turned Steeple Top Andirons
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine pair of bronze and wrought iron andirons having turned steeple finials over partly twist worked shafts with forward facing bronze onion finials and standing on arched legs endin...
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17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

French Brass Flanking Flame Urn Finial Foliage & Swag Fireplace Chenet, C. 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
French brass flanking flame urn finial foliage and swag fireplace chenet, Late 18th Century. Chenet will adjust in size- 55" Wide Max / 47.5" Wide Minimum.
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1790s French Louis XVI Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Polished Brass Andirons With Fluted Columns
Located in New York, NY
AFP0632 A pair of antique brass andirons of superb quality, having fluted column shafts with ball finials set on rectangular plinths and cusped legs. The offset backs are accented w...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Art Deco Fireplace Log Holder Andirons Dog 1920s
Located in Munich, DE
Wonderful set of two dog andirons in solid green painted iron. They were used in a film of Pedro Almodovar.
Category

1920s French Art Deco Vintage Andirons

Materials

Iron

Custom Art Deco Style Skyscraper Andirons Displayed in Polished Brass and Nickel
Located in New York, NY
These custom Art Deco style andirons feature a stepped streamlined design with an inverted curve at the top of the structure. They are fully cu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Brass, Nickel

French Brass Rococo Acanthus Foliage Fire Place Screen on Scrolled Feet, C. 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
French Brass Rococo free standing fire place screen with decorative acanthus foliage, crosshatching with beaded motif, and resting on the original four scrolled feet, Early 19th Century
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1830s French Rococo Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wire

Pair of French Bell Brass Medallion and Coat of Arms Andirons. C. 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French polished bell brass medallion andirons with centered floral coat of arms, tapered hand chased faceted plinths, matching ball lo...
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1830s French Louis Philippe Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

American Art Deco Andirons Polished Brass
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual andirons-Art Deco stylized skyscraper look. Polished brass, heavy and well made.
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Andirons, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Andirons, with openwork twist finial and twist support on scroll form base. 24.25" H x 10" W x 17.5" D. Provenance: From a New York City Collection.
Category

Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Andirons, Pair
Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Andirons, Pair
$750 Sale Price / set
46% Off
Pr. English Fireplace Tool Rests
Located in New York, NY
Pr. solid brass tool stands, designed to hold fireplace tools, shovel, poker etc. Very decorative, well made, clean original condition.
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Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass

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. Man and women have a bird, possibly a Ph...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Pair of Late 19th Century French Baroque Bronze Chenets / Andirons
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of late 19th century French Baroque bronze chenets / andirons Beautifully decorated with dolphin and putti. A fleur-de-lys sits on top of the obelisks. These are in very g...
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Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Dachshund Shaped boot scraper/andirons
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Dachshund Shaped boot scraper/andirons
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Andirons

Materials

Metal

France Mid-18th Century Pair Gilded Bronze and Iron Neclassical Andirons
Located in Brescia, IT
This magnificent pair of bronze Neoclassical andirons, was crafted in France, in Mid- 18th Century by master artisans. The refined neoclassical shape exudes a timeless elegance and s...
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Fine Pair Of Antique Rosette Andirons
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A decorative and fine pair of 19th Century Andirons with a particularly fine form. Crafted from Brass and Iron, the pair feature intricate pierced top Rosettes which depict a centra...
Category

Late 19th Century Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

French Adnet Style Brass Fire Tools
Located in New York, NY
French Modernist set of brass fire tools suspended on a glass frame, in the style of Jacques Adnet. Professionally polished.
Category

20th Century French Modern Andirons

Materials

Brass

French Brass Serpentine Four Panel Decorative Foliage Fire Place Screen, C. 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
French Brass serpentine four panel folding fire place screen with decorative beaded foliage medallions, engraved ball finials, and flanking side handl...
Category

1830s French Louis Philippe Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wire

Group of 6 Franco/Dutch 19th/20th Century Japonisme Style Komodo Dragon Chenets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Group of Six Franco/Dutch 19th/20th Century Japonisme Style Gilt and Ebonized Bronze and Gilt-Bronze Figural Chenets (Andirons), Gilt-Bronze Figural Fire-Tools and Metal Fire-Screen. The tall orientalist flavor chenets, each surmounted with a figure of a Komodo dragon, the fire-tools comprising of tongs, a poker and a shovel, the large spark screen with decorative elements. The chenets stamped 'Belgium'. Circa: 1900. Japonisme[a] is a French term that refers to the popularity and influence of Japanese art and design among a number of Western European artists in the nineteenth century following the forced reopening of foreign trade with Japan in 1858. Japonisme was first described by French art critic and collector Philippe Burty in 1872. While the effects of the trend were likely most pronounced in the visual arts, they extended to architecture, landscaping and gardening, and clothing. Even the performing arts were affected; Gilbert & Sullivan's The Mikado is perhaps the best example. From the 1860s, ukiyo-e, Japanese woodblock prints, became a source of inspiration for many Western artists.These prints were created for the commercial market in Japan. Although a percentage of prints were brought to the West through Dutch trade merchants, it was not until the 1860s that ukiyo-e prints gained popularity in Europe. Western artists were intrigued by the original use of color and composition. Ukiyo-e prints featured dramatic foreshortening and asymmetrical compositions. Japanese decorative arts...
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Early 1900s Belgian Japonisme Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Louis XV Bronze Chenet Andirons
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Louis XV-style (19th Century) bronze chenet / andirons featuring two bound male figures on a gilt base. (priced as pair).       
Category

19th Century Louis XV Antique Andirons

Materials

Iron, Brass, Bronze

Donald Deskey Art Deco Brass Andirons and Fireplace Set Vintage Rare
Located in North Miami, FL
This great Donald Deskey polished and lacquered solid brass Art Deco moderne andirons and fireplace tool set are stellar. These are timeless and modernist. These came from amazing co...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Andirons

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Andirons
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Beautiful pair of 19th century French Louis XVI style andirons.
Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Fireplace ore for multiple options with Doors in Iron and Brass circa 1920
Located in Verviers, BE
iron and brass circa 1920 iron and brass and terminating on decorative scrolled stylized Doors We prefer to sell our items in 'uncleaned' condition so that the new owner still h...
Category

1920s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Andirons

Materials

Metal, Brass

Edgar Brandt Style Iron, Brass Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Art Deco heavy iron and brass spindle andirons with hand wrought decorative trim.
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Andirons and Complete Fireplace Set by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Italy, 1970s
Located in Argelato, BO
Andirons and Complete Fireplace Set by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for "Dimensione Fuoco", Italy, 1970s The fireplace set consists of three different elements: a set of fireplace tools (wit...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Metal, Brass

Striking Pair Gilt Metal French Rococo Greek Sphinx Fireplace Chenets Andirons
Located in Nottingham, GB
Striking Pair of Gilt Metal French Rococo Greek Sphinx Chenets Andirons Good overall condition Free international shipping.
Category

19th Century Antique Andirons

Materials

Iron

Buckle & Burn: 19th Century Forged Iron Andirons with Colonial Charm
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Wrought-Iron “Buckle” Andirons, 19th Century Forged from solid iron, these fireplace andirons feature sturdy billet bars terminating in tight scroll feet and uprights pierced...
Category

19th Century Antique Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid Century Brass Nautical Style Anchor Andirons with Dolphins
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.
Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of French Monumental Brass & Painted Urn Foliage Fire Place Chenets, C 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French Monumental brass and painted urn foliage fire place chenets, Late 18th century.
Category

1790s French Louis XVI Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass

Deskey Style Art Deco Polished Nickel Fireplace Tools
Located in New York, NY
Modernist set of polished nickel fireplace tools in the manner of Donald Deskey. Set includes stand, poker, and shovel.
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Nickel

Marc Bankowsky, Anubis, Pair of Bronze Andirons, France, 2006
Located in New York, NY
Pair of bronze andirons by Marc Bankowsky.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Forged Wrought Iron Andirons, Gothic Style, French, 18th Century
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of forged andirons were made in France in 18th century, in the gothic style. They have a very nice color of time. The decoration on the bottom with the star is very fine an...
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18th Century French Gothic Antique Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

American Brass and Polished Steel Urn Finial Chased Eagle Fire Coal Grate C 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
American brass and polished steel fire coal grate with flanking urn finials, floral medallions, hand chased foliage and eagle gallery, serpentine cast iron b...
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1820s American American Empire Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

Pair of French Brutalist Iron Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique pair of Brutalist andirons from France, 1950's. Heavy forged iron with arched base and ring detail. Surface shows great age, rust and patina.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of American Brass Monumental Empire Andirons
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass monumental Empire andirons with scrolled legs and original matching log stops. Dealers please call for trade price.
Category

19th Century American Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass

Stylish Pair of Mid-Century Modern Andirons or Firebogs
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Lovely pair of Mid-Century Modern andirons. Inspired by an opening flower, these heavy wrought iron andirons open up to reveal a polished hand hammered "floating" shiny ball. Nice ...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Large Bronze Georgian Style Andirons
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of large Bronze Georgian style andirons. These large and impressive andirons have been polished and are ready to sit in front of any fireplace setting. Set on ball and hairy cla...
Category

1960s Georgian Vintage Andirons

Materials

Metal, Brass

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. See all our antique fireplaces and fireplace accessories at 1stdibs by pressing ...
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19th Century Antique Andirons

Materials

Iron

Josephine Andirons / Fire Dogs
Josephine Andirons / Fire Dogs
$288 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Neo Classical Style Iron, Ebonized Andirons with Urn Form Motif
Located in Lomita, CA
We love this pair of andirons for its stately air. The pair of Neoclassical style ebonized copper ball-top andirons are probably European, and from the early 20th Century. They are d...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Copper, Iron

Large Pair of Brass Firedogs with Cherubs
Located in London, GB
An imposing, fine quality pair of brass firedogs. The feet adorned with dragons and foliage surmounted by full sized classical cherubs. Urn finial behind. English, 19th century. M...
Category

19th Century English Antique Andirons

Materials

Brass

Brass Plated Hand-Wrought Iron Andirons and Fireplace Fender
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass-plated wrought iron fireplace set consisting of andirons with removable cross bar and fire fender. The set features twisted and coiled...
Category

1930s Vintage Andirons

Materials

Iron

Tree-of-Life Andirons
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine pair of English Arts & Crafts andirons having pierced brass filigree finials and bosses and applied pierced brass mounts reminiscent of the tree of life.
Category

Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Andirons

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Massive Pair Wrought Iron and Brass Andirons Attributed to Samuel Yellin
By Samuel Yellin
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This large and impressive pair of wrought iron and brass andirons are attributed to the famous American maker Samuel Yellin.
Category

Early 17th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Sheffield Dutch Boy and Girl Bronze & Cast Iron Fireplace Andiron - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Antique Sheffield Dutch Boy and Girl Bronze & Cast Iron Andirons. Stamped to underside. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 16" H x 7" W x 20" D.
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Other Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Pair of Adirondack Brass Duck Andirons
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Rustic Adirondack-style brass duck form andirons mounted on wrought iron horseshoe shaped front shanks. (PRICED AS Pair)
Category

20th Century American Adirondack Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Fire Place Tools, Midcentury Lucite, Italy, Lucite and Polished Chrome, C 1960
Located in New York, NY
Decorative mid-century fire place tools, circa 1960. Made of polished chrome and lucite. Made in Italy.
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Chrome

Antique and Vintage Andirons

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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