Antique Cast Iron Seated Cat Doorstop - 1/2 of Early 1900s Hubley ? 4lb 10 oz

Description

View Antique Cast Iron Seated Cat Doorstop - 1/2 of Early 1900s Hubley ? 4lb 10 oz with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Hubley produced them in both black and white paint versions. Appears to have been painted, but not sure. It is marked on the inside "38". Below information identified this as one half of a Hubley cat doorstop, but this cat does not have a screw hole base. This antique cast iron seated cat doorstop is a charming collectible piece from the early 1900s. Crafted in the United States, the doorstop weighs 4 pounds and 10 ounces. Made of durable cast iron, this unique item adds a touch of vintage charm to any home decor. Perfect for cat lovers or collectors of antique metalware, this doorstop is a functional and decorative piece that is sure to be a conversation starter.  Very good antique or vintage condition. Appears to have been painted, but not sure. No manufacturer's name, but similar identified as Hubley. It is marked on the inside "38". See all photos for condition and description. Below information identified this as one half of a Hubley cat doorstop, but this cat does not have a screw hole base. Not sure if it is a model prior to the double sided Hubley cat. What you see is what you will get. Here is some additional information from chatgpt - Based on the details you provided — white cast iron cat doorstop, about 8 inches tall, with the number "38" cast inside — it is very likely a Hubley Manufacturing Company Design No. 38 cat doorstop , made in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, during the 1920s–1930s. The documented Hubley No. 38 kitten/cat doorstop measures approximately 8¼ inches tall and is marked "38" inside the rear cavity , matching your description. Hubley produced them in both black and white paint versions. Key identifying features: Cast iron, made in two halves and screwed together. About 8"–8¼" tall. Number 38 cast inside the back cavity. Often painted white or black, sometimes seated on a colored cushion. Original examples usually have smooth castings and slotted screws rather than modern Phillips screws.  Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Metalware › Cast Iron.

Object Type

Cast Iron Door Stop 4lb 10oz

Material

Cast Iron

Country of Origin

United States

Handmade

No