Unique, antique, heavy weight, gilt, solid bronze shoe or boot. Unusual foliage covered, elfin, slipper-like shoe, with a frog perched on the toe. It has a distinct brutalist appearance. Based on the patina, and construction it's definitely mid 19th century or before. It's not a crude 20th century Asian casting. Not another like it on eBay. 

Was this a pin cushion (with a fabric insert)?, a match, brush holder, ink well, or something else? Aged to light verdigris (it's not applied), with a century or more of accumulated dust inside. Interesting OOAK piece in pristine condition! 

Measures 4 1/2"long x 2"high x 1 1/2"deep, & is extremely heavy for its size weighing over 1lb.

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