Description
The soldiers are black with black uniforms, gold buttons on coat and boots, gold leaflet on hat and silver sword held across the chest.
Category
Black Memorabilia
Medium
iron
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
22" TALL
Date Period
don't know
Weight
VERY HEAVY..
History
supposedly came from an old southern plantation in St. Augustine, Florida in the 1800's.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
n/a
For Sale?
No
Photos
Re: antique fireplace andirons
Actually, they are a pair of Hessian Soldier Andirons & could date from the late 1700, but you need a hands on evaluation. Nice, reproductions are being made. $175 minimum, with the paint burned off but could be more.