An exceptional find for the discerning collector of American ironware and sporting art, this antique English Setter doorstop represents the pinnacle of early 20th-century decorative manufacturing. Cataloged as model No. 279 by the renowned Hubley Manufacturing Company of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, this full-scale, two-piece hollow casting stands as a testament to the masterful artistry that defined the golden age of American cast iron.
Measuring a commanding 15 ½ inches in length, this piece captures the hunting dog in a classic, tense "point" stance. The sculptural anatomy is finely realized, showing crisp definition around the eyes, muzzle, and feathered coat—telltale indicators of a genuine first-generation casting from an authentic factory master pattern. Unlike coarse modern reproductions, the iron surface remains remarkably smooth and expertly fitted along its central seam.
The doorstop retains an impressive amount of its original cold-painted factory finish, featuring a beautifully aged palette of cream, tan, and rich black markings. This hand-applied coloration ensures that no two models were ever identical. Decades of authentic utility have blessed the piece with an honest, irreplaceable patina. Gentle, brittle flaking along the ears and spine reveals a naturally oxidized, dark dark-brown iron underneath, beautifully contrasting with the surviving paint.
As highly collectible functional art, this substantial, heirloom-quality piece effortlessly bridges the gap between historic American manufacturing and timeless rustic elegance. It is perfectly suited for prominent display on a hearth, doorstep, or library shelf.
Size: 15.5” L
C. 1920, England
An exceptional find for the discerning collector of American ironware and sporting art, this antique English Setter doorstop represents the pinnacle of early 20th-century decorative manufacturing. Cataloged as model No. 279 by the renowned Hubley Manufacturing Company of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, this full-scale, two-piece hollow casting stands as a testament to the masterful artistry that defined the golden age of American cast iron.
Measuring a commanding 15 ½ inches in length, this piece captures the hunting dog in a classic, tense "point" stance. The sculptural anatomy is finely realized, showing crisp definition around the eyes, muzzle, and feathered coat—telltale indicators of a genuine first-generation casting from an authentic factory master pattern. Unlike coarse modern reproductions, the iron surface remains remarkably smooth and expertly fitted along its central seam.
The doorstop retains an impressive amount of its original cold-painted factory finish, featuring a beautifully aged palette of cream, tan, and rich black markings. This hand-applied coloration ensures that no two models were ever identical. Decades of authentic utility have blessed the piece with an honest, irreplaceable patina. Gentle, brittle flaking along the ears and spine reveals a naturally oxidized, dark dark-brown iron underneath, beautifully contrasting with the surviving paint.
As highly collectible functional art, this substantial, heirloom-quality piece effortlessly bridges the gap between historic American manufacturing and timeless rustic elegance. It is perfectly suited for prominent display on a hearth, doorstep, or library shelf.
Size: 15.5” L
C. 1920, England
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