{"product_id":"pair-of-antique-english-cast-iron-lion-unicorn-boot-scrapers-andirons","title":"Pair of Antique English Cast Iron Lion \u0026 Unicorn Boot Scrapers \/ Andirons","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"598\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare and highly decorative pair of antique English cast iron boot scrapers modelled as the Lion of England and the Unicorn of Scotland. Beautifully cast with impressive detail, these sculptural pieces combine practical Victorian craftsmanship with iconic British heraldic symbolism.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eOriginally designed as boot scrapers, each piece features a robust rear upright with a vertical scraping edge used for cleaning muddy boots before entering the house. Thanks to their substantial cast iron construction, these models have also long been used and collected as decorative fireplace andirons (firedogs), making them versatile additions to both interiors and garden settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eThe lion and unicorn are depicted in elegant recumbent poses with richly detailed manes, expressive faces, and finely modelled bodies. Their original black painted finish has developed an attractive aged patina with minor wear consistent with age, enhancing their authentic antique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eWhether displayed beside a period fireplace, used as striking architectural garden ornaments, or added to a collection of English cast iron antiques, these unusual pieces make an exceptional statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kylm4h\" data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"51nm6s\" data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003ePair of antique English cast iron boot scrapers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9aatgi\" data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eLion of England and Unicorn of Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rttice\" data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eVictorian period, late 19th to early 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zbwo9\" data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003eHeavy cast iron construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n86yow\" data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eOriginal black painted finish with aged patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"48ebu5\" data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eAlso suitable as decorative fireplace andirons (firedogs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i9e41r\" data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003eExceptional architectural and garden antiques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qova0l\" data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eRare matching pair\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: \u003cbr\u003eLion 68 x 33 x 33\u003cbr\u003eUnicorn 62 x 32 x 41cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58397582491993,"sku":"59345935","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1031\/7224\/3801\/files\/59345935Pairofantiquenglishcastironlionandunicornbootscraperandirons_1.jpg?v=1782378525","url":"https:\/\/www.old-goods.com\/products\/pair-of-antique-english-cast-iron-lion-unicorn-boot-scrapers-andirons","provider":"Old Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}