Vintage Miniature Cast Iron Potbelly Stove Salesman Sample or Toy Accessory

This charming vintage miniature cast iron potbelly stove is a wonderful piece of Americana that has remained in a single family for over fifty years. Standing approximately 5 inches tall, this heavy, well-crafted piece features a classic Victorian-era design with a rounded body, a square pedestal base with four curved feet, and a removable top lid. It includes a molded chimney flue and intricate embossed detailing on the front door and base. Based on the construction and the long family history, this piece likely dates from the early to mid-20th century, roughly between 1920 and 1950. While often called salesman samples, many of these were actually produced as high-quality toys or decorative household novelties. The cast iron has a natural aged patina and remains in excellent structural condition without any cracks or repairs. The design is a faithful reproduction of the large coal or wood-burning stoves that were the heart of many homes in the late 1800s. These miniatures are highly collectible today as rustic shelf decor or as additions to antique dollhouse collections.