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What is a boot scraper used for?
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Used before the times of paved streets, a boot scraper was used to scrape dirt and mud off of the bottom of boots and shoes. It is recognizable by a small frame, holding a horizontal metal plate used as the scraper. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic boot scrapers from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Dachshund Shaped boot scraper/andirons
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Dachshund Shaped boot scraper/andirons
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Andirons
Materials
Metal
Early 20thc Cast Mermaid Boot Scraper/Remover
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast Mermaid Boot Scraper/ Remover. Easy to handle the arms remove boots or can be used as a boot
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Mounted Objects
Materials
Iron
19th Century Scottie Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century cast iron boot scraper or garden ornament is in good condition and weighs a ton.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
$956 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Continental Neoclassical Style Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Continental Neoclassical Style Iron Boot Scraper.
This interesting vintage or antique
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Umbrella Stands
Materials
Iron
American Rooster Sheet Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Arts & Crafts stylized sheet iron rooster boot scraper on wooden base.
Period: Mid-20th century
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
English 19th Century Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A sculptural cast iron boot scraper from England, circa 1870, designed to remove mud from shoes and
Category
Antique 19th Century English Other Garden Ornaments
Materials
Stone, Iron