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Pair of Antique Border Collie Doorstops, English, Dog, Door Keepers, Victorian
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Pair of Antique Border Collie Doorstops, English, Dog, Door Keepers, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a pair of antique Border Collie doorstops. An English, cast iron door keeper or large volume bookend, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Of excellent farmhouse appeal, these charming figures are rich in character and versatile in function.

Delightful Victorian era Border Collie doorstops, ideal for country homes or period interiors

Crafted in cast iron with a weathered, lightly aged patina throughout

Presenting as beloved Border Collies, each figure exhibits expressive features and realistic stance

Versatile as doorstops, hearth ornaments or distinctive bookends for large volumes

Substantial in weight and form, offering excellent stability and decorative presence

Equally at home keeping doors ajar, flanking a fireplace or adorning a library shelf, this pair of antique Border Collie doorstops brings enduring character and timeless Victorian craftsmanship to any setting. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 23.5cm (9.25'')

Max Depth: 10cm (4'')

Max Height: 34cm (13.5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
23.5cm (9.25")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Cast Iron Dog Doorstops to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1153169
Dealers Internal Reference
25518
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Description
This is a pair of antique Border Collie doorstops.
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An English, cast iron door keeper or large volume bookend, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

Of excellent farmhouse appeal, these charming figures are rich in character and versatile in function.

fig 1. A pair of antique painted cast iron doorstops shaped as seated border collie dogs on oval stepped bases.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Border Collie Doorstops, English, Dog, Door Keepers, Victorian

Delightful Victorian era Border Collie doorstops, ideal for country homes or period interiors

Crafted in cast iron with a weathered, lightly aged patina throughout

Presenting as beloved Border Collies, each figure exhibits expressive features and realistic stance

fig 2. A pair of antique painted cast iron doorstops shaped as seated border collie dogs on oval stepped bases.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Border Collie Doorstops, English, Dog, Door Keepers, Victorian

Versatile as doorstops, hearth ornaments or distinctive bookends for large volumes

Substantial in weight and form, offering excellent stability and decorative presence

Equally at home keeping doors ajar, flanking a fireplace or adorning a library shelf, this pair of antique Border Collie doorstops brings enduring character and timeless Victorian craftsmanship to any setting. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 23.5cm (9.25'')

Max Depth: 10cm (4'')

Max Height: 34cm (13.5'')

Height
34cm (13.39")
Width
23.5cm (9.25")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Cast Iron Dog Doorstops to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1153169
Dealers Internal Ref
25518
London Fine Antiques
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A pair of antique painted cast iron doorstops shaped as seated border collie dogs on oval stepped bases.
Pair of Antique Border Collie Doorstops, English, Dog, Door Keepers, Victorian
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A pair of antique painted cast iron doorstops shaped as seated border collie dogs on oval stepped bases.
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  • ObjectDoorstops
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCast Iron, Paint
  • ColourDark Brown, Cream
  • MotifsSeated border collie, moulded fur texture, stepped plinth base
  • SizeH 34 cm (13 in) x W 23.5 cm (9 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This pair of Victorian doorstops takes the form of seated Border Collies, dating to circa 1900. Modelled in heavy cast iron, the figures display a weathered paint finish in dark brown and cream, showing light age wear and chippiness to the surface. Each dog sits upright on an oval, stepped plinth base with moulded detailing, featuring textured fur and distinct facial markings. The set measures 34 cm high, 23.5 cm wide, and 10 cm deep. Suitable for period interiors and country homes, these practical accessories function as door keeps beside an entrance, hearth ornaments flanking a fireplace, or substantial bookends on a library shelf. The solid iron construction provides stability to hold doors ajar or secure large volumes while adding traditional English character to any room.

FAQs

Door porters, also known as doorstops, became widely popular in Britain during the nineteenth century to keep heavy interior doors open. Manufactured predominantly from cast iron using foundry moulds, they were produced in numerous figurative designs, with animals and canine breeds being among the most frequent subjects.

Victorian doorstops were produced using sand-casting techniques where molten iron was poured into two-part sand moulds. Once cooled, the excess flash metal was trimmed, and the surface was finished with hand-painted oil or enamel paints.

Authentic pieces display distinct mould seam lines along the edges, smooth backs or hollowed rears from traditional casting techniques, and heavy weight relative to their size. Surface wear typically reveals underlying dark iron or layers of original primer rather than modern uniform rust treatments.

These functional objects can be positioned flanking a doorway in an entrance hall or placed beside a fireplace hearth. Smaller or paired examples also serve effectively as heavy bookends on open shelving or a console table.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfiber cloth. Avoid water and liquid cleaning agents, as moisture promotes rust beneath original paint layers; a light coat of clear microcrystalline wax can be applied to seal and protect the surface.
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