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FIRE IRON, ONE OF A PAIR

Creator(s): Unknown (Manufacturer)

On view in: First Floor Library


About this object

The holders are brackets for resting the tools against. Each is a lion standing on a circular base that supports a cross piece. The lion lifts its right front paw and its tail curls upwards. It stands on a scroll on top of the round base.

Object name:
FIRE IRON, ONE OF A PAIR
Made from:
Brass
Made in:
England
Date made:
ca. 1800
Size:
26.9 cm (10 5/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
14.164.6
Class:
METAL
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973