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English Antique Lions Paw Iron Doorstop
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English Antique Lions Paw Iron Doorstop

19th century
Sold 25 February 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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English Antique Lions Paw Iron Doorstop

A good quality, well cast English 19th century antique heavy doorstop in the form of a flat backed lions hairy paw with a tall iron stem finished off with a large original brass carry ring handle. In excellent condition, dates to around 1850.

Dimensions

Height: 38cm (15.08")

Width: 9cm (3.57")

Depth: 9cm (3.57")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Cast Iron Doorstop to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1120662
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English Antique Lions Paw Iron Doorstop
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A good quality, well cast English 19th century antique heavy doorstop in the form of a flat backed lions hairy paw with a tall iron stem finished off with a large original brass carry ring handle.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

In excellent condition, dates to around 1850.

Dimensions

Height: 38cm (15.08")

Width: 9cm (3.57")

Depth: 9cm (3.57")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Cast Iron Doorstop to the 19th Century.

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1120662
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Items For Sale 161
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An antique cast iron doorstop featuring a weighted lion paw base, upright rod, and brass ring handle.
English Antique Lions Paw Iron Doorstop
Ref: SA1120662
An antique cast iron doorstop featuring a weighted lion paw base, upright rod, and brass ring handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDoorstops
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCast Iron, Brass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsLion paw base, Upright metal shaft, Circular brass ring handle
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

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Cast iron doorstops gained widespread popularity during the Victorian era when industrial manufacturing allowed for heavier, decorative household accessories to be produced for domestic use.

These pieces were typically constructed from durable cast iron for the weighted base and shaft, frequently combined with brass for carrying rings and decorative fittings.

Authentic pieces usually display heavy weight, hand-finished casting details, natural surface patination, and wear consistent with age rather than uniform modern machining.

Such functional objects can be placed to hold doors open in hallways or used as sculptural decorative accents on shelves, combining historical character with everyday utility.

Preservation involves dusting with a dry cloth and occasionally applying a light coat of microcrystalline wax or neutral oil to prevent oxidation without damaging the original surface.
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