Marquise De Lafayette Cast Iron Door Stop – PEG BACK – ALL ORIGINAL. Lafayette – Served under George Washington as a Major General during the American Revolution. This doorstop is an original US foundary doorstop made in his honor. This piece is significant as it is all original in paint & with peg holed base and at mid section. His sword was added after casting – because of its delicate nature to prevent breakage during casting. Reverse is full and 1/2 cast – see pics. He is 11-5/8 ” tall Base is 5 -1/4 ” Widest point 6-3/8. Weighing 5lbs 6 oz. Stands proper – rare item in excellent antique condition. Some paint wear – no major damage – no signs of repair – just terrific. Part of a larger collection containing Early Authentic Judd’s, Hubleys, National Foundry’s and more. Wonderful detail and patina. RARE HISTORICAL FIGURAL DOORSTOP / STATUE. See all pictures – more avaiable upon request. The item “Marquise De Lafayette Cast Iron DoorStop -ANTIQUE historical soldier DOOR STOP” is in sale since Friday, April 15, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Decorative Arts\Metalware”. The seller is “6dog06″ and is located in Augusta, Maine. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Type: Doorstops
- Primary Material: Cast Iron
- Age: 1920
- Color: Blue
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Style: Americana
- Country/Region of Origin: USA
- Weight: 5.6