Antique Black Americana Sailor Andirons Jolly Figures Start Price USD 299.00 Current Price USD 299.00 Time Left - Bid Count 1 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, November 27, 2008 End Time Sunday, December 07, 2008 Location Kerr Lake See more about ' Antique Black Americana Sailor Andirons Jolly Figures' Description These cast iron andirons were found in a mule barn adjoining a 200 year old house recently purchased near Asheville, N.C.  Andirons measure 17.5" tall, widest point measures11.5" , & they are 2" thick.   Firedogs measure 20" long, &  are 7.5" high.     These are completely original; after years of being exposed to fire, they no longer have paint on them, if they ever did.  You will be getting them as found.  I've heard these called "Jolly Figures".  They are a pair of antique American cast iron andirons in splayed leg stance; Black Americana sailors.  Circa 1850.  Swag & cast rather than welded. Very interesting piece of history.  These are heavy.  With the firedogs attached, these weigh nearly 25 lbs apiece.  These will be packed carefully to avoid breakage.  Please feel free to ask questions or send for more photos! We've never shipped Greyhound before, but rates are coming up VERY INEXPENSIVE!   Please follow link to get quote!  We're in Henderson (RALEIGH) N.C.  If we need to take this to Raleigh to ship WE WILL for a fee of $15.00.  Weight at 55 lbs. with packaging, longest side approx. 26" - 28", with packaging.  http://www.shipgreyhound.com/   We believe in bubble wrap, peanuts, & strong boxes!  Shipping/handling fees cover actual costs to get items to you with safe delivery! Thank you for looking! WE WELCOME BIDDERS FROM ALL NATIONS!   S & H will be calculated · (Insurance is included; we will need a physical address for shipment.) ·  Professional & Careful Packaging. · We try to recycle shipping materials and charge the actual s&h costs. ·  We do not ship M-Bag. · We ship on tuesdays & fridays. Please let us hear from you within 2 days of auction close regarding payment intentions; payments must be received within 5 days of close of auction; bidders with less than 10 feedback, please contact us before bidding or bid will be cancelled, offered to the next highest bidder or relisted. .   By bidding, you agree to our terms & conditions.   On a personal note In May '05, our Gran'boy, Andy, was kidnapped; he was recovered in Jan. '06.  Our family knows how hard it can be when a loved one is missing, especially during the holidays.  We send out our love & prayers to those searching & leave this candle for those missing, in hopes it's light will help guide them home. Place a Bid!