With their distinctive diamond-and-flame finials above spiral-fluted baluster shafts, these andirons are the quintessential form associated with the work of Philadelphia brazier Daniel King (1731-1806). In addition, as bill from Daniel King to John Cadwalader identifies the andirons illustrated here specifically as part of a larger order made by Cadwalader to King to furnish his home in Philadelphia on September 4, 1770. Describing the andirons intended for use in the front room of the house as, "to one Pare of the Best Rote fier Dogs With Corinthen Coloms-----L25," illustrated in lot--, King went on to itemize the wares her was making for Cadwalader with, "to a Pare of the Best fluted D With Canter flutes----------L10." This description of 'Canter flutes' can only refer to the opposing direction of fluting from finial to shaft; the andirons were used in the rear room of the Cadwalader home.