Samuel Marx, Pair of Sculptural Andirons, circa 1950

Samuel Marx, Pair of Sculptural Andirons, circa 1950
A striking pair of modernist fireplace andirons designed by American architect and designer Samuel Marx, circa 1950.
Each andiron features a polished chrome-plated brass sphere positioned above a sharply faceted, black enameled iron pyramidal base. The contrast between the reflective spherical forms and angular geometric supports creates a sculptural composition characteristic of Marx's sophisticated approach to modern design.
Both functional fireplace accessories and architectural decorative objects, the andirons exemplify the restrained elegance and bold geometry associated with American mid-century modernism.
Designer: Samuel Marx
Date: Circa 1950
Materials: Enameled iron, chrome-plated brass
Dimensions: 10½ H × 7¾ W × 25¼ D inches (27 × 20 × 64 cm), each
Literature: Ultramodern: Samuel Marx, Architect, Design, Art Collector, O'Brien, unpaginated, illustrates a similar form.
Condition: Small scratches on metal and base, wear consistent with age and use.