Victorian Cast Iron Stair Runner Holders – Set of Five
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Numbered Architectural Salvage | Gothic Fleur-de-Lis Detail | c.1880–1910
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A wonderful set of five Victorian cast iron stair runner holders, rich with age, character, and the quiet practicality of late 19th-century craftsmanship.
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These beautifully made pieces feature a tapered fluted body and a decorative fleur-de-lis finial, combining the durability of industrial ironwork with the Gothic influence so popular in Victorian architectural design.
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Each holder is cast with a raised number (22950), suggesting they were originally part of a larger installation — most likely in a hotel, theatre, institutional building, or substantial period home, where fittings were carefully numbered for inventory and maintenance.
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Designed to be fixed with a single screw, these sturdy brackets would have secured the edge of a stair or corridor carpet runner, holding it neatly in place while preventing slippage. 
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Today, they make superb architectural salvage pieces, ideal for restoration projects or as authentic decorative accents in period interiors.
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The surface shows an attractive natural patina with light rust and age-related wear, giving them a warm, time-worn appearance that speaks of their history.
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Details
Set of five matching pieces
Material: Cast iron
Period: Late Victorian, c.1880–1910
Design: Fluted body with fleur-de-lis finial
Raised inventory number: 22950
Single fixing hole at top of each
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Condition: Honest age-related wear and surface rust consistent with architectural salvage. Structurally sound.
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Approximate length: 9cm
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Styling Ideas
Perfect for:
Period property restoration
Staircase or hallway heritage projects
Architectural salvage collections
Industrial, Gothic, or heritage interior styling
Creative repurposing as decorative hooks or wall accents
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Our Thoughts
These are the kind of small, functional objects that quietly supported Victorian daily life. Once part of a larger building’s working fabric, they now offer a tangible connection to historic interiors — practical, decorative, and full of story.