Pair of Engraved Bell Metal Lemon-top Andirons and Matching Tools

Description:

Pair of Engraved Bell Metal Lemon-top Andirons and Matching Tools, possibly Boston, late 18th/early 19th century, beaded, belted, lemon-form finial with engraved swag and tassel decoration supported on a turned shaft atop a square plinth with engraved swags with tassels over a shaped medallion, on spurred cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, conforming log stops, engraved shovel and tongs, and non-matching jamb hooks, ht. 19, wd. 13 1/4, dp. 19 1/2 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000


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