Antique Cast Iron Royal Mail Stagecoach Doorstop Double Sided Horse Carriage

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Description

Embodying the nostalgic grandeur of 19th-century British transport, this heavy cast iron double-sided doorstop features a polychrome Royal Mail stagecoach … Read more Embodying the nostalgic grandeur of 19th-century British transport, this heavy cast iron double-sided doorstop features a polychrome Royal Mail stagecoach drawn by a team of horses. The form highlights classic Georgian coaching iconography, complete with a coachman, a bugler, detailed wheel spokes, and raised heraldic cresting emblazoned with historic "GR" (Georgius Rex) ciphers and "Royal Mail" lettering. Designed to be viewed from both sides, its vibrant ochre, crimson, and hunter green finish brings tactile historic warmth and sculptural substance to classic English traditional or rustic equestrian interiors.

Curator's Note
This double-sided polychrome cast iron stagecoach doorstop captures the romance of British postal history with its vivid Georgian detailing and robust sculptural presence. Featuring raised crests emblazoned with "Royal Mail" and historic "GR" ciphers, the piece showcases driver figures and a team of horses rendered in rich ochre, crimson, and hunter green. Substantial at over 6 pounds, it provides an authentic equestrian accent for traditional hearths, libraries, or entryway console styling.

Design Significance: Authentic two-sided relief modeling with high-contrast period paint application.

Technical Construction & Material Details
Construction: Heavy two-piece cast iron assembly joined seamlessly down the center line, giving full structural dimensional relief on both front and back.

Inscriptions / Relief Markings: Molded relief details on carriage sides include "ANG", "LONDON", "ROYAL", "MAIL", "GR", and coach number "N17".

Finish: Vintage polychrome painted finish in multi-tone yellow/ochre, deep red/crimson accents on wheels and door panel, dark green coats on figures, and black/dark ground tones.

Base / Footing: Flat integrally cast foot pads under wheels and horses to ensure stable upright placement on floor or hearth surfaces.

Physical Description
Form: Double-sided dimensional stagecoach doorstop/hearth statue featuring two running horses, coach, driver, and bugle blower.

Attribution: Attributed to early-to-mid 20th-century American or British foundry (in the style of Hubley, Judd, or Albany Foundry) casting historical revival doorstops.

Hardware & Assembly: Two-halves cast iron joined internally/along perimeter seams.

Dimensions: Approximately 12 inches Long 7 inches High.

Weight: 6 lbs 8.4 oz (6.52 lbs). See less