Identifying Antique Andirons

Chippendale is a style of furniture that was crafted in the mid to late 1700s while queen anne furniture dates to earlier in the century.

Identifying antique andirons.

Pricing and identification guides for andirons. Andirons are constructed of metal to hold flaming firewood slightly above the firebox floor to improve fireplace draw and ventilation. It is a way to identify the creator s work and reputation while conveying a certain standard of quality. Our collection of andirons includes traditional victorian classic french art deco and craftsman styles.

Find makers marks or hallmarks to identify andirons and research through millions of auction records for andirons to learn the worth of your collection. The most sought after brass antiques are candlesticks and andirons metal support for fireplace logs from the 18th and 19th centuries. Our online antiques collectibles reference guides for andirons are constantly updated and are always available on any internet device. Our inventory changes on a regular basis but we frequently hold stock of single andirons and pairs of andirons in wrought iron brass cast iron and bronze.

The two styles look similar but to the trained eye there are distinct differences. When identifying antique furniture one of the first things to look at is the style or period.