Of New South Wales Maritime interest: A pair of cast brass commemorative andirons Probably late 19th/early 20th century formed as the prows of galleons in full sail beneath titled tablets, inscribed McQuarie below twin scrolling dolphins, the rears with scrolling supports, 31cm high, 22cm wide, 21cm deep Footnotes: These commemorative andirons possibly relate to the historical New South Wales figure, Major General Lachlan McQuarie (Scottish, 1762-1824) who was a British Army officer and colonial administrator from Scotland who served as the Governor of New South Wales from 1810-1821. A leading role in the social, economic and architectural development of the colony, he is today credited as being the crucial influences on the transition of New South Wales from a penal colony to a free settlement. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing