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Pair of Cast Iron Victorian Door Stops.
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Pair of Cast Iron Victorian Door Stops.

19th century
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A good quality pair of Victorian cast iron door stops , depicts the military dress of the era. Could even be Nelson or Wellington.Nice tall size and a good weight. 15 inches tall Delivery to UK mainland addresses is INCLUDED in the price. Thank you for looking.

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Antiquus has dated these Victorian Cast Iron Doorstops to the Victorian era.

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A good quality pair of Victorian cast iron door stops , depicts the military dress of the era. Could even be Nelson or Wellington.Nice tall size and a good weight. 15 inches tall Delivery to UK mainland addresses is INCLUDED in the price. Thank you for looking.
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Antiquus has dated these Victorian Cast Iron Doorstops to the Victorian era.

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A pair of cast iron Victorian doorstops depicted as military officers in full uniform standing on stepped bases.
Pair of cast iron Victorian door stops.
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Cast iron doorstops, historically referred to as door porters, gained widespread popularity during the nineteenth century in Britain. As industrial foundry techniques advanced, manufacturers produced cast iron figures inspired by military heroes, folklore, and botanical motifs to functional effect in grand homes.

These objects were produced using molten iron poured into sand moulds, resulting in heavy, solid forms often cast with hollowed backs to reduce weight while preserving structural rigidity. Following cooling, the metal was finished with dark enamel paints or chemical blackening to prevent surface oxidation.

Authentic nineteenth-century pieces display crisp casting detail alongside natural wear, subtle surface pitting, and oxidation on unpainted areas. Authentic cast iron items typically exhibit seams along the moulding lines and possess significant density relative to modern alloy reproductions.

Heavy cast iron figures function effectively as functional doorstops along entryways or hallway passages. Alternatively, paired pieces can be positioned on open shelving, fireplace hearths, or desk surfaces to serve as decorative bookends within contemporary spaces.

Dust cast iron regularly using a dry brush or microfibre cloth to prevent dirt accumulation. To protect against moisture and rust, apply a light coat of clear paste wax or microcrystalline wax using a soft cloth, buffing gently to maintain the surface finish.
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