Lot 436
  • 436

A pair of large brass and iron fire dogs, Dutch, circa 1700

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • brass
  • each 106cm. high., 58cm. wide; 3ft. 5¾in., 1ft. 10¾in.
of globular and vasiform, the support in the form of hippocamps flanking a lion mask with a ring in its jaws, on claw and ball feet

Condition

In overall good condition. Old marks, dents, pitting and scratches commensurate with age and normal usage. The finials are bronze in colour and have not been gilded. The gilding on the bases on the upper vasiform section is rubbed.
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