Bronze Putti Chenets
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- Height:
12 1/2 Inches - Depth:
4 1/4 Inches
In these sumptuous bronze ormolu fireplace chenets, two patinated putti emerge from highly detailed, Arabesque acanthus scrolls to warm their hands by fiery braziers. Also known as andirons, chenets were a staple of any well-appointed home, serving as both decorative and useful objects. They were placed in front of a fireplace to protect priceless rugs and flooring from rolling logs. Only the grandest homes would have had chenets as beautifully designed as these.
Circa 1850
13 5/8" length x 4 1/4" deep x 12 1/2" high
Circa 1850
13 5/8" length x 4 1/4" deep x 12 1/2" high
