$2,477 / set
Pair of "Cupids" Andirons, France, circa 1760
Located in PARIS, FR
Height : 22 cm (8,6 in.) ; Width : 23 cm (9 in.) ; Depth : 8 cm (3,1 in.) With the bar – Width : 26,5 cm (10,4 in.) ; Depth : 55 cm (21,6 in.) Charming pair of Rocaille andirons dec...
Bronze
Fine Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Chenets
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Fine Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt and Patina Bronze Chenets Each of a lion seated and roaring on a gilt base with a flower reef design. Details: Height – 15 inches / 38cm Width...
Bronze, Ormolu
Machine Era Style Solid Brass and Blackened Iron Andirons
Located in North Miami, FL
These custom designed tall and heavy solid brass cylindrical and blackened iron andirons are stately and important. Very heavy and the brass is polished but not lacquered so over tim...
Brass, Iron
$5,700 / set
Antique 17th Century Brass and Iron Andirons
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 17th century brass and iron andirons.
Brass, Iron
Antique Pair English Brass Fireplace Tool Rests with Urn Finials 19th Century
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
2-316 Pair of English brass fire tool rests late 19th century Fire Dogs,Chenets,Andirons
Brass
Vintage Modernist Geometric Andiron Pair
Located in Northport, MI
Striking pair of iron andirons with a bold geometric design and spherical finial accents. Constructed in solid iron with a blackened finish, featuring strong vertical lines and step...
Iron
Pair of Neo Gothic Steel Firedogs
Located in London, GB
Pair of 19th century (dated 1861) neo-Gothic polished cast iron firedogs, with heraldic masks, horseshoe shaped bases, and orb finial tops. Scrolled backbars. Measures: Height: 690 ...
Iron
$2,530Sale Price / set|24% Off
Pair or Louis XIV style andirons decorated with seated Muses
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Louis XIV style ormolu and chased mantel lights decorated with muses seated on gadrooned balls, the base scrolled and foliated. The muses are draped and appear to be conversi...
Bronze
17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Gothic Andirons made of cast iron. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food and cups to keep drinks warm. This type of andi...
Iron
Pair of Antique Napoleon III Cast Iron Andirons / Firedogs
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Pair of antique Napoleon III cast iron Andirons / Firedogs. The pair is in good condition.
Brass
$1,800 / set
Large Arts & Crafts Iron Andirons
Located in Cambridge, US
USA, ca. 1910. An impressive pair of black metal Arts & Crafts andirons. Each features hammered iron construction supported by pad feet. Quite striking and geometric, we love their c...
Iron
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and exceptional quality pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu andirons. Each fire-gilded andiron is raised by most decorative fanciful scrolled supports with p...
Ormolu
Pair of Tapering Brass Andirons
Located in London, GB
A pair of elegant 19th century English brass firedogs. The scrolled feet surmounted by tapering cylindrical columns and finials to top. Height: 75...
Brass
$3,500 / set
Modernist Twisted Bronze Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of bronze modernist andirons. The andirons feature a ribbon like twisted front with curved footed detail. A beautiful detail to compliment to your fireplace. Dimensions 9.6" w...
Bronze
Pair of cast iron and brass andirons, France, 1950
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
An elegant pair of French andirons dating from the 1950s, combining cast iron and brass. These andirons are distinguished by their curved legs and decorative brass ball, bringing a c...
Brass, Wrought Iron
1940s Art Deco Wrought Iron Andirons - Jacques Adnet Style - France
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
1940s Art Deco Wrought Iron Andirons - Jacques Adnet Style - France Very elegant pair of andirons entirely made of wrought iron. Typical design of the French Art Deco / Modernist e...
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair of Tall English Gothic Style Wrought Iron Antique Andirons
Located in London, GB
A pair of tall Gothic style wrought iron andirons. The florally etched standards, topped by a pair of wolf heads holding rings in their mouths above stylized shields, are supported on foliate decorated scrolled and splayed feet. Swan's nest baskets...
Wrought Iron
$3,895 / set
Antique Fireplace Andirons, Pair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of French cast iron andirons. Each: 7.25" x 17.25" x 15"
Iron
Pair of Modernist Wrought Iron Andirons, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of modernist andirons is made of wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1970 Additional Information: Material: Wrought Iron Period: Circa 1970 Dimensions: W:...
Wrought Iron
Pair Large Federal Beehive Ball Claw Brass Andirons
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of large antique brass Federal style brass andirons with ball and claw feet and beehive motif. Made of solid heavy brass with expert workmanship and fine detailing throughout.
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of Gilt Bronze Andirons Signed E. Mottheu, France, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of gilt bronze andirons signed E. Mottheu, France, late 19th century.
Bronze
Unique 18th Century Dutch Georgian Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Impressive, unique 18th century Dutch Georgian fire grate made of wrought iron and polished brass. The grate has a natural brown patina.
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of Iron & Brass Modernist Andirons - France 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Chic and minimalist pair of 1980's double ends steel and patinated brass andirons. In fair vintage condition. Oxydation and patina on all metal surfaces. These andirons will ship fro...
Steel, Brass
Pair of modernist wrought iron andirons, France, 1950's, mid century
Located in BELFORT, FR
Pair of Mid-Century Modern, heavy wrought iron andirons.
Wrought Iron
Antique French Napoleon III Andirons / Firedogs
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique andirons / firedogs in good condition, 19th century.
Iron
French Louis XVI Style Bronze Fireplace Set by Charles Casier, Late 19th Century
Located in Barntrup, DE
These impressive French Louis XVI style bronze andirons with their original fender date to the second half of the 1800s and are made by the famous French Bronzier Charles Casier...
Bronze, Iron
A French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Onyx andiron set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Onyx andiron set. This stunning and complete three piece set consist of two andirons and a central pierced Ormolu fire gua...
Onyx, Ormolu
Pair Federal Beehive Ball Claw Brass Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair Federal Style Beehive Ball Claw Brass Andirons Brass is in good condition with nice details in the casting. Measure 20" tall x 10" wide (each) x 18" ove...
Brass, Iron
French Rococo Floral & Swirl Pattern Chenets & Fender 3 pcs Set
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Very sweet pair of brass fireplace chenets or andirons in a rococo style swirl and flower pattern with a fender that is not attached and has a c...
Brass
$1,350 / set
Antique Brass Fireplace Andirons by Bennett
By Bennett Co.
Located in Doylestown, PA
Antique brass andirons by Bennett Co., 1920's. Elegant andirons Chippendale in style with a nod to Art Deco reflective of their period. They feature a unique spider web design acco...
Brass, Iron
Pair of Modernist Steel, Iron and Brass Andirons attributed to Jacques Adnet
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of modernist style andirosn is made of iron and brass. This is a French work iattributed to Jacques Adnet. Circa 1940 Additional Information: Material: Steel, Ir...
Steel, Iron
$7,560Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Antique French Louis XVI Style Dore Bronze Lyre Form Andirons/Chennets
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous pair of antique Louis XVI style French dore bronze lyre form Andirons/Chennets. Each is exceptionally cast, hand-chased, and chiseled with great precision and quality. The...
Bronze
17th Century French Louis XIII Period Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th century French andirons made of wrought iron. The style of the andirons is Louis XIII Period. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food. They are in a good condition...
Wrought Iron
$1,442Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Fireplace Andirons Wrought Iron Firedogs Mythical Creatures, France, c 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of andirons of the period Mid-Century Modern Wrought iron firedogs. The creator of this pair of andirons gave free rein to his imagination by reproducing mythical animals, remin...
Wrought Iron
Peacock Fireplace Tools from the English Aesthetic Movement
Located in Asheville, NC
These tools are incidentally functional but absolutely beautiful. Adorned with beautiful bronze peacock repousse, turned fumed oak bodies, paw feet and claw thongs. These tools are a wonderful example of the themes and principles of the Aesthetic Movement. The peacock was transformed into the ultimate icon of the Aesthetic style with James McNeil Whistler...
Brass
$407 / set
Antique Napoleon III Andirons / Firedogs
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
French Napoleon III andirons made of brass and cast iron. The andirons are in a good condition.
Brass
$3,800 / set
Cast Iron Andirons from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A substantial pair of patinated cast iron andirons having expressive pyramidical finials.
Wrought Iron
Pair Of Antique Century English Victorian Brass Firedogs Or Andirons
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of Late 19th century English Victorian brass firedogs or andirons. Constructed from polished brass and featuring ornate finials, hoofen feet, and scrolling details. Dimensions...
Brass
Bradley & Hubbard Solid Brass Dragon Fireplace Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of 1886 solid brass and iron andirons by Bradley & Hubbard, in vintage condition with some wear and patina to the brass due to age and use, the brass was lightly hand po...
Brass, Iron
17th Century French Louis XIII Period Andirons, Firedogs, Landiers
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIII period fire dogs with spit hooks. Hand forged of wrought iron. These French andirons are called 'landiers' in France. This dates from the times the and...
Wrought Iron
Antique French Napoleon III Firedogs / Andirons, 19th Century
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique French Napoleon III Firedogs / Andirons, 19th century.
Iron
French 19th Century Empire St. Ormolu and Iron Andiron
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and most impressive French 19th century Empire st. ormolu and iron andiron. The andiron is raised by a straight base with a fine mottled design. Each of the two supports d...
Iron, Ormolu
Antique French Andirons or Firedogs, 19th Century
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique French andirons or firedogs, 19th century Beautiful set of andirons made from cast iron and brass.
Iron
Pair of 19th Century Ormolu Chenets in the Louis XVI Style
Located in London, GB
A pair of Louis XVI Style Chenets Constructed from finely cast and chased gilt bronze, these decorative firedogs with attenuated rectangular plinths are supported on oblate toupie feet, the corners dressed with rosettes flanking pierced panels...
Ormolu
Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance Style Patinated Bronze Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive and high quality true pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. patinated bronze andirons. Each andiron is raised by three handsome paw feet and stunning richly chase...
Bronze
Antique French Rococo Baroque Style Brass Leafy Acanthus Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Rococo Baroque Style Brass Leafy Acanthus Andirons - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 17" H x 10" W x 18" D.
Brass
$1,850 / set
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.
Wrought Iron
Antique Empire Brass Cast Iron Lion Head Spiral Twist Paw Feet Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Brass Lion Head Spiral Twist Paw Feet Cast Iron Andirons - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 24" H x 10" W x 18" D.
Brass, Iron
Pair of Louis XV Style Chenets from the Late 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
A beautiful pair of Louis XV style Chenets from the late 19th century. Made in bronze and iron. Wear consistent with age and use.
Bronze, Iron
Riccado Dalisi Fireplace Tools Set in Lacquered Metal by Dimensione Fuoco 1980s
By Riccardo Dalisi, Dimensione Fuoco
Located in Cascina, Pisa
Unique fireplace accessories set composed of a couple of andirons, four different tools ( tongs, poker, shovel, brush) with a base, and a firescreen. All the pieces in this set are realized in lacquered metal. It was designed by Riccardo Dalisi and manufactured by the Italian company Dimensione Fuoco during the 1980s (with the original label). Dimensions: Fireplace tools : H60 x 60 x 15 cm Andirons: H37 x 30 x 15 cm (each) Firescreen: H50 x 85 x 10 cm. Born in Potenza on May 1st 1931, until 2007 he held the chair of Architectural Design at the Faculty of Architecture of the Federico II...
Metal
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Fireplace Chenets Andirons
Located in Dallas, TX
This finely cast pair of antique fireplace chenets brings impressive architectural detail and refined Louis XVI elegance to a hearth. Crafted in France circa 1880, the substantial br...
Bronze
Pair Of French Louis Philippe Period Ormolu, Onyx And Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome pair of French 19th century Louis Philippe period Ormolu, Onyx and Wrought Iron andirons. The pair are raised on tripod shaped bases with three pawed supports decorated by...
Onyx, Wrought Iron, Ormolu
Rare Pair of French Antique Bronze Fireplace Chenets “Vulcan and Venus"
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF GILT BRONZE FIREPLACE CHENETS DEPICTING VENUS AND VULCAN Probably France, circa 4th quarter of 19th century 14 3/8" H x 6 1/2" D x 14 3/4" W Gilt bronze, cold-stamped with ...
Bronze
French Louis III Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautifully forged 17th century French andirons made of wrought iron. The style of the andirons is Louis III. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food. The...
Wrought Iron
Pair of Brass and Black Metal Andirons By Giovanni Banci, circa 1970, Italy.
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice pair of decorative andirons by Giovanni Banci, circa 1970, Italy. Brass and black lacquered metal, wrought iron. Dimensions: 38 cm D, 18 cm W, 31 cm H. All purchases are covered...
Metal, Brass, Wrought Iron
$4,500 / set
Pair of Antique French Silvered Bronze Andirons
Located in New Orleans, LA
These andirons have been silvered, so they are slightly different than the traditional bronze d'ore ones our shop usually carries. They are handsome and will make a statement in any ...
Bronze, Silver
$1,050Sale Price / set|30% Off
Antique Georgian Colonial Revival Brass Beehive Fireplace Andirons Firedogs 17"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of late 18th / early 19th century antique wrought iron and brass andirons / fire dogs featuring Colonial or Georgian styling with bow legs and a beehive shaped finial. Dimensio...
Brass, Iron
Pair of Brutalist Andirons with Diamond-Shaped Finials - France 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Pair of brutalist andirons with splayed legs and diamond-shaped heads. Raw steel with a corten-like appearance. France 1970's. These andirons will ship from France and can be return...
Steel
Antique Gothic Revival Gilt Bronze Dragon Andirons or Firedogs / Fireplace Tools
Located in Lisse, NL
Imagine these in your fireplace with the flames burning on all sides. These beautifully and all handcrafted, large and fire-gilt bronze andirons are made to stand in your fireplace ...
Bronze, Wrought Iron, Iron
A Pair of Brass Ball Andirons on Cannon Barrel Shafts
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of brass andirons with ball tops over turned tapering shafts shaped like cannon barrels, standing on arched feet with knee and foot spurs, with small ball supports below, and ...
Brass
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.