Pair of antique cast iron fire dogs "Ariadne"

A pair of antique cast iron andirons, featuring a female bust with the inscription "ARIANE" at the base. Ariane, the famous heroine of Greek mythology, is the daughter of King Minos of Crete. She is known for helping Theseus find his way out of the labyrinth after his battle with the Minotaur, thanks to the famous thread of Ariadne. Beautiful antique cast iron with an authentic patina. There is some oxidation under the base, which is not visible once in place. These andirons can naturally resume their function around an old fireplace or be repurposed as decorative elements, doorstops, etc.