Antique heavy desk accessory in the form of an elephant, made of cast iron with black finish and mounted on a weighted base. The piece features a curved raised trunk and a circular rotating press mechanism at the base, consistent with late 19th – early 20th century office or legal desk tools.
Such items were commonly used as paper seals, desk presses, or decorative office accessories, and are now highly collectible for their sculptural form and industrial character.
Details:
Material: Cast iron with metal components
Design: Elephant with raised trunk
Function: Desk seal / paper press / decorative desk accessory
Era: Late 19th – early 20th century (Victorian / Edwardian period)
Finish: Black with age-related wear and patina
8,5" tall, 5" wide
Condition: Antique condition consistent with age and use. Surface wear, scuffs, paint loss, oxidation, and patina throughout. Press mechanism is present; functionality not tested and item is sold as a collectible display piece. No modern repairs observed.
A fantastic piece for collectors of antique desk items, legal or office antiques, animal figurines, or industrial décor.
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