Spectacular all-original cast-iron figural andiron. This is the black version, depicting a period batter. Verso is incised in the mold "RBS/09" for the initials of the artist and the year 1909. These are highly prized in the antique world and have long been sought after by folk art collectors. Missing the tough-to-find original connector pieces that the players stand on, made of cast iron and measures 18" long.