Vintage 1940s–1950s Handpainted Cast Iron Dog Candleholder / Match Holder

A beautifully handmade and one-of-a-kind little treasure with so much character, this hand-painted cast iron dog holds a small cup that works perfectly as either a candlestick or a match holder. I love pieces like this, that feel both playful and practical. 

Dating to the 1940s–1950s, it’s full of charm, with time-softened paint and the weighty feel only old cast iron carries. Whether you keep it by the fireplace with long matches or let it glow on a bedside table with candlelight, it’s one of those objects that makes everyday rituals feel a little more special.

• 1940s–1950s
• Cast iron, handpainted
• Dual purpose: candlestick or match holder

Dimensions;
Height: 9cm
Length: 6cm x width: 4.5cm
Cup diameter: 3cm