African-American Made Andirons

Circa: 1820
Size: 14 3/8" H
Male and female figures with ridged posturing —communicating power. These diminutive andirons were found in Jackson, Tennessee and are believed to be slave made. The small size would have suitable for a small fireplace or hearth - presently the size is great to present them as important works of African-American art.

Similar postures are found on African power figures (see above); (l) Female Iginga, Lega culture, 19th–20thC, Brooklyn Museum (74.66.1) - note posture and triangular notch in pelvis; (r) Akuaba Figure, 19th–20thC, Akan peoples; Ghana (Metropolitan Museum (1979.206.75) - note posture and flat disc shaped head.

Condition: Excellent with losses to the penny feet.

Price: SOLD

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