RACK FROM A SET OF FIREPLACE TOOLS

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

The rack has a shaft that looks like a bundle of reeds tied with a ribbon and has acanthus leaves around the lower part. The top ends in a flame. The oval base has a border of leaves and berries tied with a ribbon. On the flat area of the base is an elaborate acanthus motif.

Object name:

RACK FROM A SET OF FIREPLACE TOOLS

Made from:

Ormolu -- steel

Made in:

USA

Date made:

20th c.

Size:

H. 30 1/4 in. (76.8 cm)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

14.199.1

Class:

METAL

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973