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Rare Pair of Medieval Sand Cast Iron Andirons

$8,900
£6,654.94
€7,772.58
CA$12,504.49
A$12,666.39
CHF 7,272.78
MX$153,576.16
NOK 84,391.24
SEK 85,900.58
DKK 58,108.28

About the Item

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 middle of the forehead, in the fashion of Anne of Brittany, queen to Charles VIII, on square section tapering shafts with rune marks, over figures of winged lions, a medieval totem, on gothic arched trefoil bases, with L-shaped supporting back legs. Retaining original surface from centuries of use. Substantial and very heavy.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)
  • Style:
    Medieval (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1490
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YEWTR000017201stDibs: LU798340632162

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