This exceptional, full-figured antique cast iron doorstop depicts a charming, expressive pup titled "Mutt and His Bone." Produced in the United States around 1930, this high-quality casting captures the quintessential whimsey of early 20th-century American figural iron. The dog features finely molded wrinkles, perked ears, and an attentive posture, seated right next to his prized bone.

The front bottom edge of the semi-circular base is boldly embossed with the title "MUTT AND HIS Bone". Bottom retains sticker reading "Mutt + His Bone Greenblatt #647 $595.00", alongside four modern rubber protective pads added to protect flooring.

Item Specifics & Attributes

• Object Type: Doorstop

• Subject: Dog, "Mutt"

• Material: Cast Iron

• Age: Circa 1930

• Origin: United States (Attributed to A.M. Greenblatt Studios / Antique Creations Co.)

• Weight: 2 lbs 11.1 oz

• Height: 8 1/2 inches

• Width: 5 1/2 inches

• Finish: 100% original polychrome enamel paint

• Provenance: Formally a part of a specialized mid-century doorstop collection, bearing a historical dealer/collector inventory label on the underside ("Mutt + His Bone Greenblatt #647 $595.00"). Subsequently acquired via RSL Toy Auction House. 

Condition Report

Very Fine Antique Condition. This piece boasts an entirely original, dry, uncleaned painted surface with an exquisite, naturally aged patina. There are no cracks, breaks, welds, or repairs to the cast iron. Honest, age-appropriate paint wear and minor paint losses are present on high points (such as the tips of the ears and snout), which firmly verifies its age and historical integrity. The surface has been carefully preserved to maintain its historical value.

Reference

This classic American form is officially documented in the premier reference guide for cast iron collectors:

• Book Title: The Doorstop Book: An Encyclopedia of Antique Cast Iron Doorstops

• Author: John C. Johnsen

• Page Number: Page 174 (Referenced under entry #647 / Greenblatt Listings)

Authenticity Assessment

The casting features the tight, razor-thin perimeter seams indicative of premium early 20th-century foundry molding. The reverse side shows a distinctively pebbled, coarse, and variable surface structure consistent with authentic sand-casting methods, completely lacking the smooth, uniform appearance found in modern recasts. Furthermore, the paint exhibits genuine microscopic checking, multi-layered oxidation patterns, and typical "alligatoring" where the original oil-based enamels have shrunk organically over nearly a century.

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