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Signed American Folk Art Wrought Iron Fireplace Tool Holder

$695
£525.19
€606.46
CA$971.16
A$1,077.58
CHF 564.46
MX$13,214.04
NOK 7,179.74
SEK 6,777.37
DKK 4,522.78
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A vintage American folk art, Western Ranch style, hand forged and welded wrought iron fireplace tool holder. Handcrafted in Texas, the artisan who made it cutout signed it by cutting out his initials "WR" or possibly "RB" through the base plate. Stamped "H.W." in the front and LL USA 89" in the back. The scrolled antique upper handle above two old authentic railroad spikes to hold tools, the lower part with a 10" high walking armadillo in front of cactus plants, resting on a forged base. circa 1989, United States Dimensions (approx): 26"H, 15"W, 13"d, 25lbs.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1989
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977226978382

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