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Antique American Cast Iron Labrador Retriever Pup Andirons
By Liberty Co.
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique cast iron Labrador Retriever pup andirons / firedogs - Stamped Liberty Foundry St. Louis
Category

Antique 19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Brass + Cast Iron Hound Dog Andirons
Located in Pasadena, CA
Art Deco brass + cast iron hound dog Andirons by the Tennessee Chrome Plating Company.
Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Early 19th Century Cast Iron George Washington Andirons
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pair of early 19th century cast iron George Washington andirons.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Andirons

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron French Fire Dogs Andirons Country House
Located in Southampton, GB
have had an andiron between the mouths which was used to support the logs on an open fire
Category

Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of A-Frame Cast Iron Rebar Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An excellent pair of cast iron Industrialist andirons. The andirons feature an industrial rebar A
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Fighting Gamecock Andirons, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron fighting gamecock andirons with rectangular plinths stamped SC, original
Category

Antique 1850s American American Empire Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron and Copper Mounted Griffin Andirons
Located in London, GB
A pair of cast iron monopodic winged griffin tool rests or andirons in the heraldic manner each
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Andirons

Materials

Copper, Iron

Pair of Monumental Cast Iron Duck Andirons
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of monumental cast iron duck andirons from one of the Dupont homes in Delaware, early 20th
Category

Early 20th Century American Andirons

Pair of American Cast Iron Sailor Andirons
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron crouching sailor andirons with original scrolled wavy dog legs
Category

Antique 19th Century American Andirons

Pair of Cast Iron Brass Andirons by Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
Pair of cast iron and polished brass modernist andirons by Donald Deskey for Bennet. Visit
Category

American Andirons

Materials

Iron, Brass

Pair Of American Cast Iron " George Washington" Andirons
Located in Essex, MA
With original paint featuring a standing George Washington first president of the United States.
Category

Antique 1880s American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Mid-20th Century Pair of Cast Iron Leaping Trout Andirons
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century pair of cast iron leaping trout andirons, American. Finely detailed. A fun pair
Category

Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Federal Style Turned Brass Cast Iron Fireplace Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Federal Style Turned Brass & Cast Iron Fireplace Andirons - a Pair. Circa Early 20th
Category

Early 20th Century Federal Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Andirons in Cast Iron, France, 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This andirons are in cast iron. The bronze part in front shows a beautiful bended curves.   
Category

20th Century French Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Arts and Craft Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Original Glass Eyes.
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Hand Chased Egret Andirons, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron egret andirons with flanking scrolled decorative heads, hand chased side
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Art Deco Cast Aluminium and Iron Andirons
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of art deco andirons. Modern orb made of aluminum, resting on a wrought iron square plinth
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Aluminum, Wrought Iron

18th c. Louis XIV Antique Andirons French Cast Iron
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Very lovely decorative pair of French antique andirons. Perfect condition.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIV Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons, Boston, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with the original glass eyes perched on tree limb motif
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pr 19th Century French Figural Young Lady Cast Iron Fireplace Andirons Firedogs
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Here is an absolutely sweet and lovely pair of cast iron fireplace andirons or fire dogs with the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Andirons

Materials

Iron

Andirons in Cast Iron, Art Deco, with Flower Decoration Pattern, France, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This pair of andirons, are from the Art Deco period. They are in cast iron painted in black. They
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron and Brass Andirons by Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
Pair of cast iron and brass andirons.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Andirons

Materials

Iron, Brass

Pair of Antique English Hand Wrought Iron and Cast Brass Monumental Andirons
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Pair of exceedingly fine antique English handwrought iron and cast brass monumental andirons with
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Mid 19th Century English Arts Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons
Located in Middleburg, VA
Pair of mid 19th century Arts & Crafts cast iron owl andirons. Each molded as owls on bracket
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron and Brass Ball Top Andirons. Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass and cast iron ball top andirons with beaded hand chased engraving, ball top
Category

Antique 1850s American American Empire Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of English Brass and Cast Iron Double Medallion Andirons, Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English brass and cast iron decorative floral double medallion andirons with molded plinths
Category

Antique 1840s English William IV Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Cast Iron Bronze Plated Arts Crafts Cannonball Andirons or Fire Dogs
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of large cast iron Arts & Crafts cannonball andirons or fire dogs with bronze-plated
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Pair of cast iron and brass andirons, circa 1960, France.
By Raymond Subes
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice pair of andirons, circa 1960, France. Wrought iron and polished brass. Dimensions: 34 cm D, 25
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Art Deco Modernist Cast Iron Fire Dogs Andirons, France 1930s
By Edgar Brandt, Jacques Adnet
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
These modernist cast iron fire dogs were designed and manufactured in France in the 1930s. The
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Located in Water Mill, NY
Pair of Amerian Early 20th century Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes-Hampton Location
Category

Early 20th Century American Andirons

Pair of American Cast Iron Washington Andirons. Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron George Washington andirons in military attire standing on rectangular
Category

Antique 19th Century American Andirons

Pair of Horse Head Andirons - Nice Vintage cast Iron
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of Horse Head Andirons - Nice Vintage cast Iron with Brass ring. Originally from "Sanford
Category

Early 20th Century Andirons

Pair of Andirons in Cast Iron and Bronze, France, 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Andirons are in cast iron and in bronze, with a beautiful monogram of the fabric on one of
Category

20th Century French Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

French Art Deco Cast Iron Sculptural Owl Fireplace Andirons, 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
These unusual sculptural owl fire dogs were designed and manufactured in France during the Art Deco period 1920s to 1930s. Beautiful details and a lovely patina of age. Very good ...
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Iron

American Wrought Iron and Cast Brass Urn Finial Knife Blade Andirons, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
American wrought iron and cast brass flanking urn finial knife blade andirons with scrolled legs
Category

Antique 1780s American American Colonial Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century Victorian Style Cast Iron Rabbit Form Andirons, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century pair of Victorian style rabbit form andirons. They show some general
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Andirons

Materials

Iron

1930 s Cast Iron Owl Form Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes
Located in Astoria, NY
Owl andirons from the 1930's. Complete with amber glass eyes, each owl figure is perched on a
Category

20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

18th Century Wrought Iron Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
With spit hooks. We always have 350+ pair of antique andirons - fire dogs in stock that can be
Category

Antique 18th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century American Cast and Wrought Iron Pine Tree Andirons
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Wonderful pair of Pair of Cast and Wrought Iron Pine Tree-Form Andirons circa 1880-90's. Nice
Category

Antique 19th Century Folk Art Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Figural Indian Andirons, Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron figural Indian andirons with tomahawks and full dress attire. Mid 19th
Category

Antique 19th Century American Andirons

Pair of American Cast Iron Aquatic Fish Andirons, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron aquatic fish andirons jumping out of water with original dog legs
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Andirons

Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons. Boston, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with original glass eyes perched on tree limb motif
Category

20th Century American Andirons

Pair of Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Original Glass Eyes, Boston, C. 1890
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with the original glass eyes perched on tree limbs and
Category

Antique 1890s American American Empire Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of French 19th Century Iron Andirons
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A heavy, solid cast iron pair of andirons with iron bowls at the top for open hearth cooking with
Category

Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Baroque Bronze and Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine pair of Baroque period bronze and wrought iron andirons with turned and spired finials over
Category

Antique Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique Mission Arts and Crafts Cast Iron Pair of Andirons
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful original patina on these antique Mission, Arts and Crafts arched foot andirons.
Category

Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Pair of American Cast Iron and Brass Horse Andirons. Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron and brass horse andirons terminating on horse shoe motif legs. Mid 19th
Category

Antique 19th Century American Andirons

Pair of Bronze and Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine quality pair of bronze and wrought iron andirons, the bold ball finials with nipple tops and
Category

Antique 1880s Italian Baroque Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of English Owl Form Cast Andirons
Located in Bellport, NY
An imposing pair of cast iron tall andirons. Owls perched on a branch,and appearing to be staring
Category

Early 20th Century British Aesthetic Movement Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Arts and Crafts Hammered Cast-Metal Andirons
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 1940s Arts & Crafts-Style andirons composed of hammered ball and ring cast-brass uprights
Category

Vintage 1940s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

French 19th Century Forged Iron Andirons
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A sculptural pair of French 19th century cast iron fireplace andirons, or chenets, that hold as
Category

Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Andirons

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Fantastic Early 20thc Iron Santa Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
VERY UNUSUAL CAST IRON PAIR OF FIRE PLACE ANDIRONS.EARLY 20THC ANDIRONS ARE IN ORIGINAL OLD PATINA
Category

Early 20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fire Dogs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
This pair of cast iron fire dogs was made in France, circa 1900. Sculpted busts of a woman front
Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Boston cast brass andirons, 1815-25
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of generously proportioned American cast brass beehive andirons with arched spur legs on ball
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of modernist cast steel andirons from France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of modernist cast steel andirons from France
Category

Vintage 1960s French Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Napoleon III Bronze and Iron Andirons, France, circa 1860
Located in Kinderhook, NY
Unusual pair of French Napoleon III period firebox andirons having cast bronze 'Indian Head in
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Pair of Late Colonial or Early Federal Iron Acorn Finial Andirons, circa 1800
Located in Nantucket, MA
impressively large pair of cast iron andirons with a large fluted acorn finial atop a heavy knife blade
Category

Antique Early 18th Century American Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Andirons For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cast iron andirons available for sale. The range of distinct cast iron andirons — often made from metal, iron and brass — can elevate any home. There are 1408 antique and vintage cast iron andirons for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Cast iron andirons have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Cast iron andirons are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, neoclassical and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Cast iron andirons have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Donald Deskey, Bradley Hubbard and Bennett Co. are consistently popular.

How Much are Cast Iron Andirons?

Prices for cast iron andirons can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cast iron andirons begin at $10 and can go as high as $46,852, while the average can fetch as much as $1,352.

Finding the Right Andirons for You

A set of antique or vintage andirons is a staple accessory, part of the fireplace tools you’ll want to collect for keeping a neat and elegant fireplace in your home.

Using andirons in a fireplace elevates the fire, ensuring more air can get to the logs thus keeping a fire burning longer. Andirons also encourage ventilation and may also prevent smoke from working its way into your living room or bedroom.

Think of these accessories as part of an upright metal support system to optimize your fire. Antique andirons are basically u-shaped brackets with a curved end that come in pairs and are largely quite simple in structure, but the design of this household necessity has improved over time. Outwardly decorative andirons have become available since their debut because one should never underestimate the style quotient of an attractive hearth.

Andirons, which earned the nickname “firedogs” given their similarity in form to a pair of upright canines, are believed to be the oldest fireplace furnishings. They have been used broadly since at least the late Iron Age. Before iron became the material of choice, stone andirons did a suitable job of balancing the logs in a fire and adding a sense of symmetry to the hearth. Fire baskets, like the combination of andirons and a grate, afforded an opportunity to layer logs in a fire rather than delicately stacking them on andirons.

Today, andirons can be found in bronze and brass, too, which contrast wonderfully with a mantel carved from dark marble, for example, and add dimension to what might otherwise be a subdued space. And while people aren’t cooking in the fireplace anymore, andirons’ spit hooks offered an opportunity to roast meat or rest the pokers that you typically would’ve kept fireside.

During the Renaissance, andirons became especially ornate and even figurative, taking on human forms as well as marine life such as dolphins. Art Deco–era andirons are particularly exquisite. While the accessories are frequently characterized by rich geometric angles and sculptural curves, attributes that we know of most Art Deco furniture, artisans of the period also looked to what was by then a long tradition of designing andirons in the shape of animals and reptiles.

Adding fashionable antique or vintage andirons will not only improve the quality of a fire but can also elevate your space as well as the fireside experience. Find modern andirons, Art Nouveau andirons and other varieties today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cast Iron Andirons
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.