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A Victorian Cast Iron Doorstop
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A Victorian Cast Iron Doorstop

19th century
Description

C 1900-1910 a large cast iron doorstop thought to be of Dionysus, or Bacchus. It weighs approximately 4.9kgs and is in good condition.

The doorstop measures 29cm in height; the base is 17.5cm at the back, 14cm across the shaped front, and is approximately 6.5cm in depth.

The good details in the casting can be seen in the face and the grapes around the bottom of his hat, the top of which makes a good handle.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Lancaster Antiques has dated this Victorian Cast Iron Doorstop to the Victorian era.

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SA598367
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1464
Description
C 1900-1910 a large cast iron doorstop thought to be of Dionysus, or Bacchus. It weighs approximately 4.9kgs and is in good condition.

The doorstop measures 29cm in height; the base is 17.5cm at the back, 14cm across the shaped front, and is approximately 6.5cm in depth.

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The good details in the casting can be seen in the face and the grapes around the bottom of his hat, the top of which makes a good handle.
Lancaster Antiques

Postage and packing is included for the UK mainland and for outside areas or abroad please contact us for a delivery quote.

Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Lancaster Antiques has dated this Victorian Cast Iron Doorstop to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA598367
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1464
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A Victorian cast iron doorstop featuring a molded figure of Punch with a tall curved cap forming a handle set on a stepped base.
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Archive I A Victorian cast iron doorstop featuring a molded figure of Punch with a tall curved cap forming a handle set on a stepped base.

A VICTORIAN CAST IRON DOORSTOP

Archive II A Victorian cast iron doorstop featuring a molded figure of Punch with a tall curved cap forming a handle set on a stepped base. View II
Archive III A Victorian cast iron doorstop featuring a molded figure of Punch with a tall curved cap forming a handle set on a stepped base. View III
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A Victorian cast iron doorstop featuring a molded figure of Punch with a tall curved cap forming a handle set on a stepped base.
A VICTORIAN CAST IRON DOORSTOP
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A Victorian cast iron doorstop featuring a molded figure of Punch with a tall curved cap forming a handle set on a stepped base.
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A Victorian cast iron doorstop, often referred to as a door porter, is a heavy decorative weight designed to hold interior or exterior doors open. Popularised during the nineteenth century, these objects featured ornate castings ranging from mythical figures and animals to famous literary characters like Punch.

Antique cast iron doorstops were created using sand casting moulds, where molten iron was poured into sand impressions formed by a wooden or metal master pattern. They typically feature flat backs or hollow rear profiles and often incorporate integrated looped handles for ease of lifting.

Authentic Victorian pieces feature subtle surface irregularities, seam lines from two-part moulds, and natural patination or surface oxidisation acquired over time. Original castings display soft, hand-finished details rather than the sharp, uniform edges typical of modern reproductions.

Position the piece beside a heavy wooden door, on a fireplace hearth, or atop a low shelf as an intriguing sculptural accent. The dark metal finish complements both classic period properties and industrial or rustic decor schemes.

Remove dust with a soft bristle brush or dry cloth, avoiding harsh liquid cleaners that can trigger corrosion. Apply a thin layer of microcrystalline wax or paste wax periodically to protect the metal surface from moisture and oxidisation.
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