M 319-1

Collection

Metalwork

Brief description

One of a pair of wrought iron fire dogs with turned brass finials, arched legs and tapered uprights, decorated with raised decoration of Xs and carved feather motifs. Probably made in England, or possibly France, c.1600-1700.

Object name

fire dog

Object number

M 319-1

Location

On Display

Production date

1600-1700 (manufactured)

Production place

England (manufactured)
France (manufactured)

Period

Stuart (1603-1714)

Material

iron
brass

Technique

wrought
cast
turned
joined
carved

Physical description

One of a pair of wrought iron fire dogs with turned brass finials and arched legs decorated with wrought iron scrolls. The spike of the iron comes through the finial right to the top. The uprights are tapered and the fire dogs are decorated with raised decoration of Xs and carved feather motifs.

Dimensions

Height: 58.5cm
Width: 19cm
Depth: 44cm

Website keywords

fireplaces
fire tools