The pair of andirons are entirely handmade of wrought iron with a black glossy finish. The simple style makes them perfect to enframe any kind of fireplace, from the most classic to the most modern. These precious fireplace tools have the task to keep raised the wood from the base of the fireplace allowing better oxygenation and combustion and keep logs from rolling out of your fireplace. It is made up of sturdy iron rear shanks and decorative, fire-tapered, upright guard bars.