Andiron (one of pair)

c. 1938

Herman Bader

Associated Names
Herman Bader

Artist, American, 1915 - 2002

The sculpture depicts a set of andirons, used to support logs in a fireplace. It features a vertical post with a spherical finial at the top and two symmetrical scroll-like decorations descending the central post. The lower part consists of three curved legs with floral motifs at the central junction. The piece is likely made of cast iron, showing intricate detailing. The color is a dark gray, typical of aged metal. The andirons would likely stand about a foot tall, standard for fireplace tools on a hearth.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.5 x 29.8 cm (15 15/16 x 11 3/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 14 1/8" high; 13 7/8" deep; 6 1/2" wide; 3/4" thick.

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8225

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64574142

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