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Regency Andirons

REGENCY STYLE

Like France’s Empire style, Regency-style furniture was rooted in neoclassicism; the characteristics of its bedroom furniture, armchairs, dining room tables and other items include clean lines, angular shapes and elegant details.

Dating roughly from the 1790s to 1830s, antique Regency-style furniture gets its name from Prince George of Wales — formally King George IV — who became Prince Regent in 1811 after his father, George III, was declared unfit to rule. England’s Regency style is one of the styles represented in Georgian furniture.

George IV’s arts patronage significantly influenced the development of the Regency style, such as the architectural projects under John Nash, which included the renovation of Buckingham House into the formidable Buckingham Palace with a grand neoclassical facade. Celebrated designers of the period include Thomas Sheraton, Henry Holland and Thomas Hope. Like Nash, Hope instilled his work with classical influences, such as saber-legged chairs based on the ancient Greek klismos. He is credited with introducing the term “interior decoration” to English with the 1807 publishing of Household Furniture and Interior Decoration.

Although more subdued than previous styles like Rococo and Baroque, Regency interiors incorporated copious use of chintz fabrics and wallpaper adorned in chinoiserie-style art. Its furniture featured fine materials and luxurious embellishments. Furniture maker George Bullock, for instance, regularly used detailed wood marquetry and metal ornaments on his pieces.

Archaeological discoveries in Egypt and Greece informed Regency-era details, such as carved scrollwork, sphinxes and palmettes, as well as the shape of furniture. A Roman marble cinerary chest, for example, would be reinterpreted into a wooden cabinet. The Napoleonic Wars also inspired furniture, with martial designs like tented beds and camp-style chairs becoming popular. While the reddish-brown mahogany was prominent in this range of pieces, imported woods like zebrawood and ebony were increasingly in demand.

Find a collection of antique Regency tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Regency
Vintage Regency French Figurative Andirons - Set of 2
Vintage Regency French Figurative Andirons - Set of 2

Vintage Regency French Figurative Andirons - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These exquisite vintage French andirons represent a sophisticated blend of Regency and Empire design motifs. Cast in durable iron, each piece features a masterfully detailed figurati...

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Mid-20th Century French Regency Andirons

Materials

Other

Monumental Pair of Regency Bronze Andirons, Early 19th Century
Monumental Pair of Regency Bronze Andirons, Early 19th Century

Monumental Pair of Regency Bronze Andirons, Early 19th Century

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

An extraordinary and exceptionally rare pair of oversized Regency bronze andirons, each measuring 38.5 inches tall × 38.5 inches deep × 22.5 inches wide and weighing well over 100 lb...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

English Regency Brass Fire Fender with Artistic Wire Work Gallery, Circa 1815
English Regency Brass Fire Fender with Artistic Wire Work Gallery, Circa 1815

English Regency Brass Fire Fender with Artistic Wire Work Gallery, Circa 1815

Located in Charleston, SC

English Regency brass fire fender with artistic wire work gallery, original flanking tool holders, lower fluted banding with decorative shell & foliage motif, and resting on the orig...

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1810s English Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of English Regency Style Brass Cannonball Andirons
Pair of English Regency Style Brass Cannonball Andirons

Pair of English Regency Style Brass Cannonball Andirons

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Handsome pair of English patinated brass andirons featuring large spherical cannonball finials. Made in the grand Regency taste each cannonball is supported by a pair a gracefully ar...

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20th Century English Regency Andirons

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Regency Style Brass Lion Andirons
Regency Style Brass Lion Andirons

Regency Style Brass Lion Andirons

Located in Atlanta, GA

Regency style brass lion andirons, probably English, circa 1940s or earlier.

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1940s British Vintage Regency Andirons

Materials

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Impressive Pair of English Regency Brass Firedogs with Aethenian Leaves
Impressive Pair of English Regency Brass Firedogs with Aethenian Leaves

Impressive Pair of English Regency Brass Firedogs with Aethenian Leaves

Located in London, GB

A pair of magnificent English Regency (circa 1820) brass firedogs. The cylindrical bases cast with delicate Athenian leaves with acanthus and waterleaf detail with dragooned mushroom...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Brass

Pair of English Steel Firedogs
Pair of English Steel Firedogs

Pair of English Steel Firedogs

Located in London, GB

Pair of English steel firedogs, with ball and finial top and breakleg base. N.B. May be subject to an extended lead time. Measures: Height: 490 mm 19 1/4 in Width: 170 mm ...

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Late 20th Century English Regency Andirons

Materials

Steel

19th Century English Regency Etched Brass Andirons, Elegant Design
19th Century English Regency Etched Brass Andirons, Elegant Design

19th Century English Regency Etched Brass Andirons, Elegant Design

Located in Stamford, CT

A fine pair of brass andirons with scrolling etched designs. The flame finials over diamond squares above a vase form body held up by cabriole legs. Quite the elegant pair. English...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Brass

Pair of American Regency Brass And Iron Andirons, Circa 1930s
Pair of American Regency Brass And Iron Andirons, Circa 1930s

Pair of American Regency Brass And Iron Andirons, Circa 1930s

Located in Germantown, MD

Pair of American Regency brass and iron Andirons, Circa 1930s. Measuring 9" in width, 16.5" in depth and 19.5" in height.

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Early 20th Century American Regency Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Gilt Bronze Regency Firedogs, Attributed To Thomas Hope. England Ca 1803
Pair of Gilt Bronze Regency Firedogs, Attributed To Thomas Hope. England Ca 1803

Pair of Gilt Bronze Regency Firedogs, Attributed To Thomas Hope. England Ca 1803

By Thomas Hope

Located in Incline Village, NV

These firedogs (as they were referred to), while not really serving any utility, would have been used as decoration to enhance the visual aesthetics of the hearth, by being placed one to each side of the fireplace opening. I have attached 20 images to this listing. The last image shows how they would have been used in a fireplace setting. These highly ornate pair of gilt bronze firedogs are quite important and were, more than likely, the design of Thomas Hope (1769-1831), who created elaborate and innovative decorations whose features were influenced by his extensive travel through the Near East, Turkey, Egypt, Greece, and Europe, over a ten year period. He was the foremost interior designer during the Regency period and developed luxurious surroundings for his two lavish London residences during the early 19th century. They were decorated with items of his own design, along with those he had accumulated and collected during his travels. He introduced to the British aristocracy the term "interior design". In terms of collecting, and the acquisition of fine art...

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Early 1800s English Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Ornate 19th Century Bronze Andirons
Ornate 19th Century Bronze Andirons

Ornate 19th Century Bronze Andirons

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ornate 19th century bronze andirons, probably Italian, circa late 19th century. They retain their wonderful original verdigris patina. They came to us without log holders attached on...

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19th Century Italian Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Set of 13 Regency Style 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrades
Set of 13 Regency Style 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrades

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 Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Metal, Iron

French Brass Acanthus Foliage and Berry Motif Folding Fire Place Screen, C. 1815
French Brass Acanthus Foliage and Berry Motif Folding Fire Place Screen, C. 1815

French Brass Acanthus Foliage and Berry Motif Folding Fire Place Screen, C. 1815

Located in Charleston, SC

French Regency brass scrolled acanthus foliage and berry motif folding fire place screen with egg and dart molded base, Early 19th century.

Category

1810s French Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

A Pair of English Regency Patinated and Ormolu Rams Head Andirons
A Pair of English Regency Patinated and Ormolu Rams Head Andirons

A Pair of English Regency Patinated and Ormolu Rams Head Andirons

Located in New York, NY

A Pair of English Regency Period Patinated and Ormolu Rams Head Andirons. Each is beautifully patinated with a dark patina and further accented with ormolu fittings. The body is of...

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1810s English Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Firedogs with Lion Motif
Pair of Firedogs with Lion Motif

Pair of Firedogs with Lion Motif

Located in London, GB

Pair of 19th century Regency style bronzed cast iron firedogs, in of the form of St Stephen?s lions. Currently without any backbars, but these could be added to accept basket. Mea...

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19th Century Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Iron

19th c Pair Classical English Regency Andiron Firedogs
19th c Pair Classical English Regency Andiron Firedogs

19th c Pair Classical English Regency Andiron Firedogs

Located in Savannah, GA

This classical pair of early 19th century English Regency andiron firedogs feature multiple turnings and perch delicately on ball feet. Very sturdy construction.

Category

Early 1800s English Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Brass

French Brass and Polished Steel Chenet with Scrolled Foliage Medallion. C. 1815
French Brass and Polished Steel Chenet with Scrolled Foliage Medallion. C. 1815

French Brass and Polished Steel Chenet with Scrolled Foliage Medallion. C. 1815

Located in Charleston, SC

French Regency brass and polished steel fire place Chenet with scrolled foliage medallion, flanking brass balls, and centered polished steel rail. Early 19th century.

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1810s French Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

Elegant Pair of Steel Firedogs
Elegant Pair of Steel Firedogs

Elegant Pair of Steel Firedogs

Located in London, GB

A pair of 19th century polished steel firedogs. The shaped feet surmounted by tapering shaft with square finial to top. Measures: Height: 700 mm 27 1/2 in Width: 250 mm ...

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19th Century French Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Steel

Pair of Regency Style English Brass Andirons
Pair of Regency Style English Brass Andirons

Pair of Regency Style English Brass Andirons

Located in London, GB

A pair of Regency style English brass firedogs, the claw shaped feet and cast filigree work surmounted by stiff acanthus leaf stem and leaf urn finials. English, circa 1900. Measu...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Regency Andirons

Materials

Brass

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Located in Essex, MA

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Located in New York, NY

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Regency andirons for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Regency andirons for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage andirons created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Regency andirons made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for andirons differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $995 and tops out at $14,215 while the average work can sell for $2,529.