Hessian Soldiers with original paint decoration, marked "Howes". Howes was a Boston foundry that produced many styles of andirons in various metals during the 19th and early part of the 20th century. This particular pair is cast aluminum with cast iron log holders also marked "Howes". The log holders were found separately and adapted to the andirons for a perfect fit. The best-known pattern of early 19th century cast andirons is that of Hessian Soldiers. It is believed that they were inspired by... Click for details

Rare, stunning and sophisticated Art Deco Design, solid cast brass firedogs in the form of hound dogs, probably American, circa 1920, in excellent original condition, 18" H. x 19" D. x 9" W. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** WE GUARANTEE THE AUTHENTICITY OF OUR MERCHANDISE AS REPRESENTED. MEMBERS OF: THE ANTIQUES COUNCIL, THE CAPE COD ANTIQUE DEALERS ASSOCIATION (CCADA). ** 215BX

Scarce figural cast iron andirons in the shape of sitting cats with green glass marble eyes through which the fire glows, accompanied by their very rare original cast iron three piece fire tool set comprised of a shovel, broom and poker in their original cast iron stand. The tool handles also in the shape of sitting cats measure 5 3/4"H. and have rhinestone eyes. The andirons measure 16"H. X 16" D. X 6 3/4" W. Manufactured by the Tenn Chrome Plate Co. of Nashville Tennessee and labeled. Circa 19... Click for details

An original set of cast iron andirons in the form of Hessian Soldiers with old paint decoration that may be original and that is a slight variation of the usual color scheme. The best-known pattern of early 19th century cast andirons is that of Hessian Soldiers. It is believed that they were inspired by the dislike of the mercenary troops brought here by the British in the American Revolution. Hence, they were being burned in effigy. American, circa 1900. Height 19", Width 9", Depth 18". We acce... Click for details

Cast Iron Ball Top design, Circa 1900, American, marked B&H(Bradley &Hubbard - well known makers of high quality brass and iron wares). In very good original condition. A matching set of fire tools is available separately. Height 20", Width 10- 3/4", Depth 17-1/2". We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** WE GUARANTEE THE AUTHENTICITY OF OUR MERCHANDISE AS REPRESENTED. MEMBERS OF: THE ANTIQUES COUNCIL, THE CAPE COD ANTIQUE DEALERS ASSOCIATION (CCADA). **

A very rare and complete set of figural fire tools comprised of a stand, shovel, poker, tongs and a broom, with handles in the form of Hessian Soldiers, cast iron with old, some original some apparently touched up decoration. These were made to match andirons of the same theme, American, circa 1900. See item # 1102078TB in our inventory. 30" Long. We accept time payments and quantity discounts. ** WE GUARANTEE THE AUTHENTICITY OF OUR MERCHANDISE AS REPRESENTED. MEMBERS OF: THE ANTIQUES COUNCIL, ... Click for details