{"product_id":"heavy-cast-iron-swan-doorstop-garden-feature","title":"Heavy Cast Iron Swan Doorstop \/ Garden Feature","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA beautifully sculptural piece with timeless charm\u003c\/strong\u003e—this heavy cast iron swan makes a striking addition as either a functional doorstop or a decorative garden feature.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in a hand-painted white with a soft, timeworn patina, the swan is perched on a green and blue base, evoking water and reeds. The surface shows age-related wear and chipping, which only enhances its character and gives it that sought-after, lived-in look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a handwritten marking on the underside reading \u003cem\u003e“May 1982.”\u003c\/em\u003e This suggests it may have been repainted or refreshed at that time, rather than indicating its original manufacture date, which is common when repainting or restoring pieces. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style of this piece strongly leans toward \u003cstrong\u003eEdwardian design.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid cast iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted (white swan with green\/blue base)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy and substantial – ideal as a doorstop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e “May 1982” written in pen on the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition with visible paint wear, chips, and surface patina consistent with age and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA versatile piece—use indoors as a \u003cstrong\u003edoorstop\u003c\/strong\u003e or outdoors as a \u003cstrong\u003egarden ornament\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGorgeous \u003cstrong\u003etextural wear and patina\u003c\/strong\u003e for that authentic vintage feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds a whimsical, slightly romantic touch to both modern and traditional spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstantial weight makes it practical as well as decorative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStyling Ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it beside a linen curtain as a statement doorstop, or nestle it among greenery in the garden for a charming, storybook feel. It would also sit beautifully in an entryway or on a verandah.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saint Atlas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52920297652521,"sku":null,"price":198.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/3847\/0185\/files\/20260329_162919_jpg.png?v=1775197697","url":"https:\/\/saintatlas.com.au\/products\/heavy-cast-iron-swan-doorstop-garden-feature","provider":"Saint Atlas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}