This nostalgic camel shoe shine foot rest would have been mounted on a box full of shoe shine products. You can place this unusual piece that has a rich history on a bookshelf, side table anywhere you want a touch of flair. It can also be used as a door stop. It weighs about 6 lb’s. So it is certainly a durable piece with minor wear & tear due to age. I wish I knew the stories this item could tell!