Old Cast Iron Door Stops

By the late 1700s however many homes utilized round decorative examples made of sand cast brass or other types of metal with flat hollow backs according to an antique trader cover feature by melody amsel arieli.

Old cast iron door stops.

Some of the most popular cast door stops on the vintage and antiques market were made in the early 1900s. Doorstops first appeared in england in the late 1700s. Cast iron prior to 1948 the internet s 1st doorstop site. 5 out of 5 stars 5 972 5 972 reviews 6 99.

By the late 1800s cast iron door stops were in favor. Many collectors seek out antique cast iron doorstops such as those made by hubley. Since these pieces are desirable a considerable number of reproductions are also on the market some of which upon first glance appear to be old and original. Perhaps the only thing more welcoming than an open door is a brightly colored cast iron doorstop holding it ajar.

Doorstops are simply heavy objects used to hold a door open. Until the late renaissance rocks or bricks were used for this purpose. Cast iron antique style beetle door stop boot jack brown finish rustic western xlr8imports. Like the best collectibles these seemingly indestructible household objects are as visually appealing as they are practical adding a bit of charm and whimsy to any home.

In fact the original hubley molds were used to create some of the reproductions. Animals in a zoo. Cast iron door stop decorative rustic door stopper stop your bedroom bath and exterior doors 6 1x5 1 strong man black 4 2 out of 5 stars 417 18 99 18. Shop for vintage cast iron doorstops at auction starting bids at 1.

Some door stops had handles making it easy for people to move a door stop from door to door as needed. With over 71 lots available for antique cast iron doorstops and 23 upcoming auctions you won t want to miss out.