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19th Century Cast Iron Door Stop, Door Porter
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19th Century Cast Iron Door Stop, Door Porter

19th century
For Sale by Elmgarden
Description

19th Century Cast iron Door Stop, Door Porter

Needless to say a heavy piece

At the top there is a brass handle to manoeuvre the stop, and the base a hunting dog

The stop is 17” high, 7” wide and 3” deep

TPM180

To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Cast Iron Door Porter to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1231907
Dealers Internal Reference
TPM180
Description
19th Century Cast iron Door Stop, Door Porter

Needless to say a heavy piece

At the top there is a brass handle to manoeuvre the stop, and the base a hunting dog

The stop is 17” high, 7” wide and 3” deep

TPM180

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To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.
Elmgarden
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Cast Iron Door Porter to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231907
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TPM180
Elmgarden
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A nineteenth-century door porter featuring a heavy dark cast iron base with lion details, a tall central stem, and an oval brass loop handle.
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19th Century Cast Iron Door Stop, Door Porter

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A nineteenth-century door porter featuring a heavy dark cast iron base with lion details, a tall central stem, and an oval brass loop handle.
19th Century Cast iron Door Stop, Door Porter
Ref: SA1231907
A nineteenth-century door porter featuring a heavy dark cast iron base with lion details, a tall central stem, and an oval brass loop handle.
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  • ObjectDoorstops
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCast Iron, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown and Brass
  • MotifsLion motifs, Brass loop handle, Weighted base, Turned stem
  • SizeH 43 cm (17 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

This Victorian door stop, or door porter, dates from the 19th century and brings period character to an interior. The piece combines a heavy dark brown cast iron base with a brass stem and handle. The cast iron foundation depicts a hound animal figure alongside detailed lion motifs and sculptural mouldings on a weighted base. A turned vertical metal stem rises to an oval loop handle at the top, allowing the piece to be easily lifted and repositioned. The dimensions measure 43 cm high, 17 cm wide, and 7 cm deep. Practical and decorative, this heavy accessory sits beside the front door or any heavy interior entryway to hold doors open against draughts. The mixed-metal palette of dark brown iron and polished brass adds traditional texture to hallway floors. The rugged construction and substantial weight ensure steady performance in daily use throughout the home. Its Gothic and Victorian design influences blend seamlessly into period properties and country houses seeking functional antique hardware.

FAQs

A door porter, also known as a long-handled doorstop, was designed during the nineteenth century to hold heavy internal doors open without requiring the user to stoop down to move it.

These items were predominantly constructed using heavy cast iron bases for weight, paired with cast or turned brass handles and stems to allow easy transport between rooms.

Authentic period examples exhibit original casting seams, hand-finished details, surface wear consistent with age, and a significant weight disproportionate to their compact size.

Position the piece adjacent to heavy timber doors, within an entryway, or beside a fireplace hearth to add historical depth and functional charm to contemporary interiors.

Keep the iron base dry to prevent rust formation, dusting regularly with a soft cloth, while applying a subtle paste wax to preserve the aged patina on both metal surfaces.
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