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Andirons For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Late 20th Century
Pair French 19th Century Baroque Style Patinated Bronze Cherub Chenets Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French 19th-20th century baroque style patinated bronze figural chenets (Andirons). Each chenet topped with a cherub standing on a stand flanked by styrs and royal goat-heads...
Category

Early 1900s French Renaissance Revival Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Fireplace Grate Andirons, With Deer With Drawer Collect Ashes
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Very original, surely it is a unique piece, made by a professional sculptor. perfect finish Original Fire Grate Basket made of iron with a drawer to extract the ashes and with upper...
Category

Mid-20th Century European Other Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Scrolled Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in London, GB
Pair of black wrought iron firedogs with scrolled design to bases, barley twist rings to front and uprights and round ball top. 20th century. Pictured with wrought iron basket, avail...
Category

20th Century Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Graphical Andirons from Iron and Brass Chrome, France, circa 1940
Located in Vienna, AT
Very elegant French late Art Deco, early midcentury andirons made from forged iron, brass and nickel details. Very reduced, graphical andirons in good condition with signs of rust...
Category

1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Iron, Brass, Wrought Iron

Custom Made Brueton Stainless Steel and Onyx Andirons, 1978
Located in Hamburg, PA
A monumental one-of-a-kind custom-made stainless steel and onyx andirons by Brueton. These magnificent andirons were custom designed for an executive's office in Pittsburgh, PA. The ...
Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Onyx, Steel, Stainless Steel

Pair of Brass George Washington Andirons
Located in Nantucket, MA
Vintage pair of brass George Washington Andirons, likely mid 20th century, cast brass shallow full length figure of George Washington standi...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Andirons

Materials

Brass

Pair of Chippendale Revival Brass Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Very stylish and well-constructed pair of Chippendale Revival Andirons. These are early 20th century or possibly late 19th century vintage, both are in very fine original condition, ...
Category

Early 20th Century American Chippendale Andirons

Materials

Brass

Aesthetic English Brass Fireplace Andiron Set
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Aesthetic English style andirons fireplace set including andirons and 3 tools (no stand) superior quality throughout. Brass is excellent shinning condition (possibly new old stock). ...
Category

Late 20th Century English Andirons

Materials

Brass, Steel

Andirons, Brass & Iron, or Bronze Good Queen Anne, England
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Andirons, Brass & Iron,or Bronze Good Queen Anne, 19th C. Excellent quality.The back is made of wrought iron and the rest of bronze. Normal patina due to...
Category

20th Century English Queen Anne Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XV Style Cherub Gilt-Bronze Chenets Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and charming pair of French 19th-20th century Louis XV style Belle Époque figural gilt-bronze chenets. The finely chased whimsical ormolu andirons, each surmounted with a...
Category

Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Very Fine 20th Century Continental Andirons
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pair of continental andirons, with large pierced and wrought Iron Florets.
Category

Early 1900s Antique Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Arts & Crafts Modern Chrome Andirons
Located in Port Jervis, NY
A very modern take on a pair of hand forged Andirons that are chrome over iron. Tall sleek and elegant. Signed Cahill?
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Pair of Iron and Brass Top Andirons, circa 1930
Located in Verviers, BE
Pair of iron and brass top andirons, circa 1930 About Pair wrought iron and brass top andirons and terminating on decorative scrolled stylized legs Dimensions: Height* 39 cm 15...
Category

Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Metal, Brass

Donald Deskey Style Polished Brass and Steel Art Deco Fireplace Andirons
Located in Ferndale, MI
Art Deco styled geometric fireplace andirons. Polished brass square set in cast iron stand. Style of Donald Deskey known for so many Machine Age fi...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of Arts & Crafts Spanish Mission Style Andirons, C1910
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of hand wrought iron forged andirons. Lots of meticulously crafted scroll work with size that make a statement. 30 inches tall by 14 ...
Category

1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Andirons

Materials

Iron

Donald Deskey Iron, Brass Blade Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of blackened iron andirons with a polished brass streamlined blade. Designed by Donald Deskey.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Exceptional attr. Edward F. Caldwell & Co. Silvered Bronze Andiron Pair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The pair of neoclassical vasiform silvered bronze andirons with tall artichoke finials, circa 1910-1920. Overall egg-and-dart relief on the bulbous top and base. Shield motifs decora...
Category

Early 20th Century American Baroque Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Spectacular Pair of Danny Alessandro Fireplace Andirons Chrome Brass Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular pair of Danny Alessandro andirons in chrome and brass.
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Selection of Neoclassical Brass Fire Tools and Andirons
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of neoclassical brass fire tools and andirons, probably French, early 20th century. They retain their warm original patina. 1) Brass fish fire tools, they measure 29.5" H ...
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Raymond Subes, Pair of Wrought Iron Andirons, French, Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of wrought iron. This is a French work, circa 1940.
Category

1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

English Regency Style Nickel Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stylish polished nickel andirons with lion's head with ring front details and tapering spire with blackened iron backs. Professionally polished.
Category

20th Century British Regency Revival Andirons

Materials

Nickel

Large Pair Hand Forged Iron Spanish Colonial Mission Arts & Crafts Andirons
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of well-crafted hand forged Andirons in the Spanish Colonial style. Complete set of three with the connecting bar for stability. Great craftsmanship with swing arm for pot warming...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Rustic Firedogs
Located in London, GB
A pair of rustic cast iron firedogs with arched feet, tapering shafts and mulling top finials. English. Heavy and imposing. Measures: Height: 615 mm ...
Category

Late 20th Century English Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Bronze Georgian Style Andirons
Located in Stamford, CT
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

Pair of French Modern Silvered Iron Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of French modern silvered iron andirons, each one a tall spiral resting on elongated pad feet. Each Andiron measures 16" W x 26.5" H x 23" D, the log leg measures 20.5 deep. ...
Category

20th Century French Modern Andirons

Materials

Iron

Vintage Blackened Steel Tree Trunk Log Andirons, circa 1950
Located in New York, NY
AFP0636 A pair of vintage blackened steel andirons in the form of tree trunks or cacti with two branches. The richly textured surface created by a clever method of laying down indivi...
Category

1950s Rustic Vintage Andirons

Materials

Steel

Polished Brass Twisted Arrow Style Andirons, Vintage Pair
Located in East Hampton, NY
These simple and yet classic designed andirons in a polished brass with twisted neck and spade finial.
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Iron, Brass

Pair of English Scrolled Firedogs Andirons
Located in London, GB
A pair of weighty 20th century wrought iron firedogs of scrolled design to feet and shaft surmounted by mulling tops. Measures: Height: 610 mm 24" Width: 335 mm 13 ¼" Depth: 515...
Category

20th Century English Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair Antique American Art Nouveau Bronze Andirons by Caldwell & Co N.Y., Ca 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of antique American Art Nouveau gold bronze and patinated bronze Andirons signed by "Edward F. Caldwell & Co. New York," Circa 1910.
Category

Early 20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Steel Andirons
Located in London, GB
A pair of steel firedogs with column dogs embellished with bows and bell-flowers, and with female figure. Measures: Height: 510 mm 20" Width: 180 mm 7" Depth: 430 mm 16"
Category

Late 20th Century Andirons

Materials

Steel

Small Art Nouveau Fire Basket
Located in London, GB
An petite polished wrought iron Art Nouveau firegrate. The shaped feet surmounted by square burning area. Early 20th century. Width At Front: 475 mm 18 ¾" Width At Back: 455 m...
Category

Early 20th Century Andirons

Materials

Steel, Iron

Pair of Arts and Crafts Mixed Metal Andirons
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine pair of English Arts and Crafts mixed metal andirons in the manner of Ernest Gimson, having pierced brass bosses depicting vines and flower h...
Category

1910s Arts and Crafts Vintage Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Arts & Crafts Firedogs
Located in London, GB
A pair of polished Arts & Crafts wrought iron firedogs with shaped feet and shaped petal finials. English. Early 20th century. Measures: Height: 535 mm 21" Width: 205 mm 8" Depth: 3...
Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

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 ...
Category

20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Small Wrought Iron Firedogs
Located in London, GB
Small wrought iron firedogs. Antique design Measures: Height: 405 mm 16" Width: 205 mm 8 " Depth: 485 mm 19 ".
Category

Late 20th Century Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Polished Steel Firedogs
Located in London, GB
A pair of English polished steel firedogs with horseshoe shaped legs, baluster shaped finial, surmounted by domed and beaded top. Modern. N.B. May be subject to an extended lead time...
Category

Late 20th Century English Andirons

Materials

Steel

Pierced Chippendale Style Gunmetal Fender
Located in London, GB
Attractive Chippendale style cast gunmetal serpentine fender. A good quality 20th century copy. External Width: 1170 mm 46 ⅛" Internal Width: 1170 mm 46 ⅛" Height: 140 m...
Category

20th Century Andirons

Materials

Brass

Small Pair of Andirons in the Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
A pair of English polished wrought iron firedogs in the Gothic style. 20th century. (Back bars could be extended if required). Measures: Height: 395 mm 15 ½" Width: 230 mm 9" De...
Category

20th Century English Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Ornate Brass Firedogs
Located in London, GB
A pair of ornate brass firedogs. The paw feet with mask and ring handle to centre, surmounted by pierced brass balls to shafts. Currently not polished t...
Category

Late 20th Century Andirons

Materials

Brass

Pair of Polished Steel Firedogs with Brass Urn Finials
Located in London, GB
Pair of steel firedogs with brass urns to tops and spit holders to fronts. Measures: Height: 785 mm 30 " Width: 255 mm 10" Depth: 585 mm 23".  
Category

Late 20th Century English Andirons

Materials

Brass, Steel

Set of Wrought Iron Firedgos
Located in London, GB
A set of wrought iron firedogs. The arched feet surmounted by straight shafts and scroll work. French. (Could be polished if required). Measures: Height: 385 mm 15 ?" Width: 305 ...
Category

Late 20th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Giacometti Style Andirons
Located in East Hampton, NY
Chic pair of andirons in the style of Giacometti.... the figures are of a man and a woman... the base of the figures each measures 3.5" squared.
Category

1980s Vintage Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Brass Firedogs
Located in London, GB
A pair of good quality brass firedogs with scroll and leaf motif to bases. Early 20th century Height: 635 mm 25" Width: 432 mm 17" Depth: 6...
Category

Early 20th Century Andirons

Materials

Brass

Very Large Pair of Polished Steel Andirons in the Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
A very large pair of polished steel firedogs in the Gothic manner. The arched feet with scrollwork below, the shafts with dragon's heads and figure, surmounted by mulling top of crow...
Category

Late 20th Century English Gothic Andirons

Materials

Steel

Pair of Polished Steel Arts & Crafts Firedogs
Located in London, GB
A pair of polished steel Arts & Crafts firedogs, with acorn finials, tapering shafts, star motif and scrolled legs. English. Measures: Height: 435 mm 17 1/8 in Width: 230 mm 9 in...
Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Steel

1920s Black Cast Iron Andirons with Figures of a Hybrid Atlas over a Caduceus
Located in New York, NY
AFP0674 A pair of unusual large antique andirons each having a figure of a hybrid atlas over a caduceus in the main rectangular column, as well as masks, dolphin fish and crosses on...
Category

1920s Renaissance Vintage Andirons

Materials

Steel, Iron

Pair of Neoclassical Style Bronze and Wrought IronAndirons with Lions Faces. F
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style andirons is made of bronze and wrought iron. These firedogs have lion faces medallions. This is a French work, circ...
Category

1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

French Empire Bronze Drape & Tassel Cannonball Chenet Small Andirons, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire bronze drape & tassel cannonball chenet small andirons, a pair. Item features unique cast iron supports, cast bronze construction ...
Category

20th Century French Empire Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Tall Neoclassical Brass Ornate Column Form Andirons
Located in West Hartford, CT
Beautiful pair of brass square column form andirons with footed base decorated with wreath and ribbons.
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Fireplace Tool Set by Bennett Attributed to Deskey
Located in New York, NY
Great midcentury fireplace tool set signed Bennett, design attributed to Donald Deskey. This set is in exceptional clean, ready to use o...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Chrome Fireplace Tool, Andirons and Fire-Screen by Maison Charles
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare polish chrome French fireplace set designed by Maison Charles in the 1970s. The set consists of fireplace tool set, andirons, gas key and fireplace screen. The fireplace scree...
Category

1970s French Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Chrome

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...
Category

1930s American Art Deco Vintage Andirons

Materials

Brass

Hand Forged Wrought Iron Dragon Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Early 20th century Andirons with wonderful detail and impressive size Pair of dragons at the top and towards the bottom, original surface.
Category

Early 20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron Arts & Crafts Andirons and Tool Set
Located in St. Louis, MO
Heavy and well made handwrought Arts & Crafts andirons with matching tool set. Older repaint. Nice vintage condition. Tools 46" H x 20" W 10.75" D.
Category

1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Moderne Skyscraper Donald Deskey Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Skyscraper streamline Moderne 1930s-1940s polished chrome andirons by Donald Deskey from a Palm Beach estate. These are remarkable examples o...
Category

Early 20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron, Chrome

Italian Early 20th Century Foldable Colored Wicker Fire Screen
Located in Milan, IT
Italian early 20th century colored wicker wall mirror. Backed in pewter sheets.   
Category

1920s Italian Jugendstil Vintage Andirons

Materials

Pewter

Pair of Cast Iron and Wrought Ironandirons, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of cast iron and wrought iron. This is a French work, circa 1940.
Category

1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron, Iron

Art Nouveau Aged Brass Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of tapering brass Art Nouveau andirons ending with scrolled feet, circa 1930s.
Category

20th Century American Art Nouveau Andirons

Materials

Brass

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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