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Nice Antique Small Brass Dog Doorstop – Circa 1920
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Nice Antique Small Brass Dog Doorstop – Circa 1920

1900 - 1920
Sold 23 July 2025 · Kingsdown Antiques
This “Nice Antique Small Brass Dog Doorstop – Circa 1920” found a buyer.

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Description

A Nice Antique Small Brass Doorstop nicely moulded in the shape of a dog on a stepped base – circa 1920.

Measurements:

Height: 6 3/4" (approx. 17cm)

Width: 6" (approx. 15cm)

Depth: 2 3/8" (approx. 6cm)

Total weight: 1595g

In good condition.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Dog Doorstop to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
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SA1135156
Dealers Internal Reference
P51358
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Description
A Nice Antique Small Brass Doorstop nicely moulded in the shape of a dog on a stepped base – circa 1920.

Measurements:

Height: 6 3/4" (approx. 17cm)

Width: 6" (approx. 15cm)

Depth: 2 3/8" (approx. 6cm)

Total weight: 1595g

In good condition.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Dog Doorstop to the 1920s.

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1135156
Dealers Internal Ref
P51358
Kingsdown Antiques
Kingsdown Antiques
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A cast brass doorstop featuring a seated dog atop an ornate, stepped plinth base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A cast brass doorstop featuring a seated dog atop an ornate, stepped plinth base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Nice Antique Small Brass Dog Doorstop – Circa 1920

Archive II A cast brass doorstop featuring a seated dog atop an ornate, stepped plinth base. View II
Archive III A cast brass doorstop featuring a seated dog atop an ornate, stepped plinth base. View III
Archive IV A cast brass doorstop featuring a seated dog atop an ornate, stepped plinth base. View IV
Archive V A cast brass doorstop featuring a seated dog atop an ornate, stepped plinth base. View V
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A cast brass doorstop featuring a seated dog atop an ornate, stepped plinth base.
Nice Antique Small Brass Dog Doorstop – circa 1920
Ref: SA1135156
A cast brass doorstop featuring a seated dog atop an ornate, stepped plinth base.
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  • ObjectDoorstop
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourPolished Brass
  • MotifsSeated canine figure, Scrolled foliage base, Stepped plinth
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

Heavy cast metal and brass doorstops became particularly popular during the 19th and early 20th centuries as homes featured larger open interior spaces and draught-excluding heavy fabrics. They combined functional utility with decorative sculptural appeal, often depicting animals, floral arrangements, and figures.

Traditional pieces were typically produced using sand-casting methods, pouring molten brass into moulds to create heavy, solid objects. Many authentic examples also incorporated lead weighting in the base to ensure sufficient mass for holding open heavy doors.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit natural casting irregularities, hand-finished detailing, and appropriate patination consistent with age and use. Examining the underside often reveals the casting texture, screw fixings, or hollow compartments that indicate historical manufacturing techniques.

While designed for practical floor use, these sculptural objects are frequently repurposed as desktop paperweights, mantelpiece ornaments, or shelf accents. Their metallic finish adds warmth and tactile character to contemporary minimalist or eclectic spaces.

Preservation involves dusting with a soft dry cloth and avoiding aggressive chemical polishes that strip away the historical oxidisation and patination. If cleaning is necessary, use a mild pH-neutral soap solution followed by thorough drying.
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