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Antique Elephant Doorstop, English, Great Exhibition, Door Keeper, Victorian
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Antique Elephant Doorstop, English, Great Exhibition, Door Keeper, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a delightful antique elephant doorstop. An English, handpainted cast iron decorative door keeper or mantel ornament, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. A fine example in the Great Exhibition taste, rich with character and original finish.

Charming African elephant form, sculpted with a naive charm and tactile detail

Presented in original handpainted finish, with endearing patination through years of careful display

Crafted from quality cast iron, offering a satisfying weight of 3.286kg (7.24 lb)

Perfect for use as a functional doorstop, decorative fireside interest or mantelpiece accent

Appeals with bold colours and delightful facial expression, capturing a mid-19th century aesthetic

Fine example of Victorian decorative arts, evocative of interest in the exotic during the Great Exhibition era

Stable base and solid construction make for a lasting, eye-catching addition to any room

This is a superbly whimsical and practical door stop,. This Victorian example would grace any traditional interior, or serve as a thoughtful gift for collectors of early cast ironwork and animalier sculpture.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 33cm (13'')

Max Depth: 11cm (4.25'')

Max Height: 24.5cm (9.75'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
24.5cm (9.65")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Elephant Doorstop to the Victorian era.

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SA1138468
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25298
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This is a delightful antique elephant doorstop.
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An English, handpainted cast iron decorative door keeper or mantel ornament, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
London Fine Antiques

A fine example in the Great Exhibition taste, rich with character and original finish.

fig 1. A Victorian cast iron doorstop depicting an elephant with its trunk raised standing on a painted oval base.
fig 1. Antique Elephant Doorstop, English, Great Exhibition, Door Keeper, Victorian

Charming African elephant form, sculpted with a naive charm and tactile detail

Presented in original handpainted finish, with endearing patination through years of careful display

Crafted from quality cast iron, offering a satisfying weight of 3.286kg (7.24 lb)

fig 2. A Victorian cast iron doorstop depicting an elephant with its trunk raised standing on a painted oval base.
fig 2. Antique Elephant Doorstop, English, Great Exhibition, Door Keeper, Victorian

Perfect for use as a functional doorstop, decorative fireside interest or mantelpiece accent

Appeals with bold colours and delightful facial expression, capturing a mid-19th century aesthetic

Fine example of Victorian decorative arts, evocative of interest in the exotic during the Great Exhibition era

fig 3. A Victorian cast iron doorstop depicting an elephant with its trunk raised standing on a painted oval base.
fig 3. Antique Elephant Doorstop, English, Great Exhibition, Door Keeper, Victorian

Stable base and solid construction make for a lasting, eye-catching addition to any room

This is a superbly whimsical and practical door stop,. This Victorian example would grace any traditional interior, or serve as a thoughtful gift for collectors of early cast ironwork and animalier sculpture.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 33cm (13'')

Max Depth: 11cm (4.25'')

Max Height: 24.5cm (9.75'')

Height
24.5cm (9.65")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Elephant Doorstop to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1138468
Dealers Internal Ref
25298
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A Victorian cast iron doorstop depicting an elephant with its trunk raised standing on a painted oval base.
Antique Elephant Doorstop, English, Great Exhibition, Door Keeper, Victorian
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A Victorian cast iron doorstop depicting an elephant with its trunk raised standing on a painted oval base.
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Cast iron door porters became widely popular in Britain during the nineteenth century, particularly following the Great Exhibition of 1851. Foundries produced a wide variety of figurative, floral, and animal designs to hold heavy interior timber doors open.

Victorian doorstops were predominantly cast from molten iron using sand moulds. Once cooled, the iron pieces were hand-finished and painted, cold-painted, or gilded to add decorative colour.

Authentic period examples display signs of hand-finishing along casting seams, a flat or hollowed reverse side to reduce weight, and natural paint wear or mild surface oxidisation consistent with age.

These decorative metal objects function well placed beside entryway doors, on a hearth alongside fireplace accessories, or displayed as sculptural bookends on heavy shelving.

Dust the item regularly using a soft brush or dry cloth. Avoid using water or harsh chemical cleaners, as moisture can cause the underlying iron to rust and loosen historic paint layers.
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