Up for sale is a wonderfully unique, vintage heavy cast brass anthropomorphic bumblebee figurine. Featuring a charming, expressive cartoon face with puffy cheeks and an upturned nose, this substantial piece curves into a highly textured insect body with outspread wings. Due to its significant weight, it functions beautifully as an interior doorstop, a heavy desk paperweight, or a standout piece of whimsical brass decor.
Specifications:
Weight: 3 lbs 14 oz (Extremely heavy, solid foundry casting)
Material: Solid Cast Brass
Markings: Unmarked (Features a rugged, raw sand-cast underside core)
Style: Anthropomorphic / Mid-Century Novelty Character Art
Condition - Selling AS IS:**
This piece is being sold in its true, unaltered vintage condition. It features a gorgeous, authentic aged patina with a dark textured body and bright yellow-gold brass highlights across the wings. Natural light-green verdigris oxidation is present in the deep crevices of the wing veins and raw base, verifying its genuine vintage metal composition. Minor surface dust and shelf wear consistent with age have been left completely untouched to preserve the historic finish for the collector. No cracks, chips, or structural damage.
Please review all photos carefully as they serve as the primary description of the item's physical condition and visual appeal.
**Shipping & Handling:**
Due to its heavy weight, this item will be securely wrapped and shipped to ensure safe, affordable transit anywhere in the country.
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