Antique Furniture Salvage - Cast Iron Parlor Stove Lion Paw Footing

This unique antique salvage piece is a heavy, cast iron lion paw footing originally sourced from a vintage potbellied or parlor stove. Crafted with the exceptional durability and ornate detail characteristic of 19th and early 20th-century ironwork, the foot features a powerful lion’s claw design that served as a stable, decorative foundation for large heating stoves. The piece retains a rich, authentic patina with natural surface weathering and oxidation that highlights its industrial history and fine casting. While its structural life began as a functional stove part, it has been repurposed into a striking architectural statement piece or a heavy-duty decorative tray.

The footing's recessed rectangular opening at the top makes it an ideal catch-all for small treasures, such as a jewelry ring dish or a unique desk organizer for paperclips and keys. Its substantial weight also allows it to function perfectly as a conversation-starting paperweight or a small doorstop. This piece of American industrial history is perfect for those who appreciate the charm of Gilded Age salvage and the rugged beauty of aged cast iron.

Measurements (approximate - rounded to the nearest quarter inch):
3.5 inches long
2.5 inches in width
1.5 inches in height

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VINTAGE & ANTIQUE
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SHIPPING
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