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Antique Entrance Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron Doorway Shoe Cleaner, Georgian
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Antique Entrance Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron Doorway Shoe Cleaner, Georgian

18th century
Description

This is an antique entrance boot scraper. An English, cast iron doorway shoe cleaner, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Generously sized scraper with a delightful appearance

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Cast iron form presents a good, consistent graphite finish

Substantial in the hand at a weight of 7.36kg (16.22 lb)

Set upon a pair of turned balusters, the generous scraper with a width of 20cm (7.75'')

Oval form to the drip tray with a stout, tiered edge - replete with four mounting holes

This is an attractive and nicely proportioned antique entrance boot scraper, with a fine Georgian appeal. Delivered ready for the doorway.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 41cm (16.25'')

Max Depth: 30.5cm (12'')

Max Height: 15.5cm (6'')

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Our Ref: 24447

Physical Dimensions
Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
30.5cm (12.01")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Cast Iron Boot Scraper to the Georgian era.

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SA1068773
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24447
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Description
This is an antique entrance boot scraper. An English, cast iron doorway shoe cleaner, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.

Generously sized scraper with a delightful appearance

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in very good order

fig 1. A Georgian cast iron boot scraper with urn finials, an ornate scrollwork scraping blade, and a rounded dirt tray base.
fig 1. Antique Entrance Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron Doorway Shoe Cleaner, Georgian

Cast iron form presents a good, consistent graphite finish

Substantial in the hand at a weight of 7.36kg (16.22 lb)

Set upon a pair of turned balusters, the generous scraper with a width of 20cm (7.75'')

fig 2. A Georgian cast iron boot scraper with urn finials, an ornate scrollwork scraping blade, and a rounded dirt tray base.
fig 2. Antique Entrance Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron Doorway Shoe Cleaner, Georgian

Oval form to the drip tray with a stout, tiered edge - replete with four mounting holes

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This is an attractive and nicely proportioned antique entrance boot scraper, with a fine Georgian appeal.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready for the doorway.

fig 3. A Georgian cast iron boot scraper with urn finials, an ornate scrollwork scraping blade, and a rounded dirt tray base.
fig 3. Antique Entrance Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron Doorway Shoe Cleaner, Georgian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 41cm (16.25'')

Max Depth: 30.5cm (12'')

Max Height: 15.5cm (6'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. A Georgian cast iron boot scraper with urn finials, an ornate scrollwork scraping blade, and a rounded dirt tray base.
fig 4. Antique Entrance Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron Doorway Shoe Cleaner, Georgian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24447

Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
30.5cm (12.01")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Cast Iron Boot Scraper to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1068773
Dealers Internal Ref
24447
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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A Georgian cast iron boot scraper with urn finials, an ornate scrollwork scraping blade, and a rounded dirt tray base.
Antique Entrance Boot Scraper, English, Cast Iron Doorway Shoe Cleaner, Georgian
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Boot scrapers became essential architectural fixtures during the 18th and 19th centuries as unpaved roads led to muddy thoroughfares. Placed near building entryways, these metal tools allowed visitors to scrape soil and debris from their footwear before entering a home.

Georgian and Victorian boot scrapers were primarily crafted from heavy cast iron or wrought iron. Sand-casting methods allowed foundries to produce intricate architectural details, such as classical urn finials and decorative scrolling, while maintaining structural durability.

Authentic pieces feature signs of age, such as natural surface oxidisation, seam lines from historical two-part sand moulds, and minor irregularities from manual finishing. Period examples often possess substantial weight and crisp original casting details beneath light surface wear.

An antique boot scraper serves as a functional decorative accent beside a front doorstep, porch entrance, or boot room hearth. It can also be displayed indoors as an architectural object on stone flooring or within a hallway display.

To preserve cast iron, keep the surface dry and remove loose debris with a soft-bristled brush. Periodic applications of microcrystalline wax or iron paste will protect the metal against humidity and oxidation without stripping its aged patina.
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