{"product_id":"antique-cast-iron-elephant-doorstop-or-single-bookend-with-raised-trunk-heavy-weight-and-rich-aged-finish-a-striking-early-figural-decor-piece","title":"Antique Cast Iron Elephant Doorstop | Hubley Style Figural Bookend","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eThis antique elephant doorstop has the kind of sculptural weight collectors love in early cast iron animal pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eWith its raised trunk, striding pose, and rich aged dark finish, it works beautifully as a doorstop, a single bookend, or a substantial shelf accent with old American foundry character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e• Era: likely 1910s–1920s\u003cbr data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e• Item type: figural doorstop \/ single bookend\u003cbr data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e• Materials: cast metal, likely cast iron\u003cbr data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e• Color: dark bronzed black with worn golden highlights\u003cbr data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003e• Measurements: approx. 7.94 inches tall, 5 inches long, 2 inches wide\u003cbr data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e• Weight: approx. 2 pounds\u003cbr data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e• Design note: elephant in motion with raised trunk and textured ground base\u003cbr data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e• Attribution note: likely in the style of Hubley or Albany Foundry; maker not confirmed \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested use: \u003c\/strong\u003edoorstop, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-bookends\" title=\"VINTAGE BOOKEND COLLECTION\"\u003esingle bookend, shelf display, \u003c\/a\u003eantique animal decor, office accent, collector gift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003e• Heavy, solid piece with strong display presence\u003cbr data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e• Nicely modeled elephant form with appealing antique surface wear\u003cbr data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003e• Works well as both decor and a functional weighted object\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003e• Noticeable finish wear, rubs, and surface age throughout\u003cbr data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003e• Patina variation and darkened areas visible across body and base\u003cbr data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003e• Edge wear and small surface marks consistent with age and use\u003cbr data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003e• I do not see major breaks in the photos provided, but the surface shows honest antique wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003eSee all photos for detail — sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003e• Near Fine — minimal wear; clean.\u003cbr data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003e• Very Good — light wear; clean; minor flaws.\u003cbr data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003e• Good — noticeable wear.\u003cbr data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003e• Fair — heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003eA strong old piece for the buyer who likes antique decor with real weight and a little mystery behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48423548911871,"sku":"B5-T 15-2628","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/antique-cast-iron-elephant-doorstop-bookend.jpg?v=1776895574","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/antique-cast-iron-elephant-doorstop-or-single-bookend-with-raised-trunk-heavy-weight-and-rich-aged-finish-a-striking-early-figural-decor-piece","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}