Richard Wittingham
Pair of Andirons
1794-1804
Physical Qualities
Brass, cast iron, Andiron A: 18 7/8 x 21 3/8 x 9 5/8 in. (47.9 x 54.3 x 24.4 cm) Andiron B: 18 3/4 x 20 5/8 x 9 1/2 in. (47.6 x 52.4 x 24.1 cm)
Credit Line
Given in Memory of Thomas Bolger
Object Number
2004.140
Of baluster form, featuring a belted ball above a hexagonal columnar base. A hexagonal cone-shaped finial sits atop the ball; splayed, eared legs have ball feet. The iron log rests are L shaped.
The Baltimore Museum of Art by gift, 2004; Doreen Bolger, Baltimore
Markings: Marked on reverse of upright "R. WITTINGHAM/N YORK"
