Antique Cast Iron Little Bo Peep Doorstop with Original Paint (Chip in Bonnet)

Antique Cast Iron Little Bo Peep Doorstop with Original Paint (Chip in Bonnet)Here is a charming antique cast iron doorstop in the likeness of Little Bo Peep. This doorstop is hand painted with original paint including light blue, a deep dark blue, and white and black. The paint on this doorstop shows heavy wear and patina consistent with age, use, and handling. Please note that there is a significant triangular chip out of Bo Peep's bonnet please refer to the photos for details. The inside of the doorstop is marked Pat Pend

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This is an extremely old and delicate composition doll

and there is a small hole for hanging

many with religious subject matter

The base of the lamp is marked

Width when closed: 36"

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There is some battery acid residue in the battery compartment

The bottom appears to be marked with a V

but do show some minor chipping due to age and use

This art shines

It is made of heavy cast iron