Vintage Cast Iron Black Labrador Dog Nutcracker Mechanical Primitive

Offered here is a charming antique cast iron nutcracker in the shape of a Black Labrador Retriever. This mechanical style nutcracker features a hinged mouth operated by pressing down the long curved tail, a clever and decorative design popular in the late 19th to early 20th century. - Material: Solid cast iron - Finish: Original black paint - Size: Approx. 8.5" long x 4" tall (see photos with ruler for scale) - Weight: Heavy, durable cast iron construction - Design: Dog stands firmly on all four legs, tail functions as lever, jaws open/close to crack nuts - Era: Antique (early 1900s, primitive folk style) This piece makes a fantastic addition to a nutcracker collection, primitive kitchenware display, or vintage barware/mancave décor. Functional and decorative, with rustic appeal. Don?t forget to follow and favorite AtticGemsFinds! We send out newsletters from time to time with special discounts, coupon codes, flash sales events, surprise auctions, and other offers just for our store followers. ?