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Adam and Eve Fireback

Additional Title(s)
  • Adam and Eve Iron Fireback
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ARTS
Dateca. 1770
Mediumcast iron
Dimensions34 1/2 × 23 × 1/2 in. (87.6 × 58.4 × 1.3 cm.)
DescriptionAdam and Eve iron fireback found in Boston. Firebacks were placed in the back of the fireplace to reflect heat back into the room
Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. Gift of Jonathan and Karin Fielding
Status
On view
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