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M Lees and Sons

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M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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Mid C19th Cast-iron Stick-stand Depicting the Young Hercules .

Name: Mid C19th Cast-iron Stick-stand Depicting the Young Hercules .
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA547971
Price: 750 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by M Lees and Sons

Description

Mid C19th cast-iron stick-stand depicting the young Hercules .

Highly decorative cast-iron stick or umbrella stand retaining 90% of its original polychrome paint finish . The infant Hercules is depicted wrestling a serpent or snake , which is coiled around him and forms the hoop for the sticks or umbrellas.

The lift-out drip-tray is modelled as grassy undergrowth , whilst the infant figure has foliage behind .

This design was registered by Edwin and Theophilus Smith of Sheffield circa 1860 and is based on the Greek mythological story of the infant Hercules surviving the attempt to murder him .

In good original condition , minor chip to edge of drip-tray and the snake's head possibly an old replacement.

H 30"

W 20"

D 10"

England c.1860

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Victorian Cast Iron Stick Stand to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Guide ID 04835797

Dealer's Item Date19th Century

Sellingantiques Date19th Century

Sellingantiques agingItem 140-170 years old

Test ResultsPassed dating

Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:

Hollow sand-cast reverse: traditional Victorian iron foundry production.

Iron bolts and nuts securing the serpent: original two-piece casting assembly.

Aged polychrome paint wearing down to bare metal: long domestic use.

Removable drip pan with natural iron oxidisation: decades of standing wet umbrellas.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions

Height

75cm (29.53")

Width

50cm (19.69")

Depth

25cm (9.84")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA547971

Dealers Internal Reference

ML 185

Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description

Mid C19th cast-iron stick-stand depicting the young Hercules .

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Highly decorative cast-iron stick or umbrella stand retaining 90% of its original polychrome paint finish.

M Lees and Sons

. The infant Hercules is depicted wrestling a serpent or snake , which is coiled around him and forms the hoop for the sticks or umbrellas.

fig 1. A mid-19th-century polychrome cast-iron stick stand depicting the young Hercules holding a serpent above an integrated drip tray. — fig 1. Mid C19th Cast-iron Stick-stand Depicting the Young Hercules .

The lift-out drip-tray is modelled as grassy undergrowth , whilst the infant figure has foliage behind .

This design was registered by Edwin and Theophilus Smith of Sheffield circa 1860 and is based on the Greek mythological story of the infant Hercules surviving the attempt to murder him .

In good original condition , minor chip to edge of drip-tray and the snake's head possibly an old replacement.

H 30"

W 20"

D 10"

England c.1860

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Victorian Cast Iron Stick Stand to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 04835797

Dealer's Item Date19th Century

Sellingantiques dating19th Century

Sellingantiques agingItem 140-170 years old

Test ResultsPassed dating

Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:

Hollow sand-cast reverse: traditional Victorian iron foundry production.

Iron bolts and nuts securing the serpent: original two-piece casting assembly.

Aged polychrome paint wearing down to bare metal: long domestic use.

Removable drip pan with natural iron oxidisation: decades of standing wet umbrellas.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions

Height

75cm (29.53")

Width

50cm (19.69")

Depth

25cm (9.84")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA547971

Dealers Internal Ref

ML 185

About the Dealer

M Lees and Sons

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

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Figural cast-iron stick stands became prominent during the mid-19th century as grand entryways required practical storage for walking sticks and umbrellas. Foundries produced decorative designs featuring classical mythology, animals, and foliage, turning functional hallway items into status symbols.

19th-century stick stands were primarily manufactured using heavy cast iron poured into detailed moulds. They were painted or bronzed to protect against moisture and typically included a removable or built-in cast-iron drip tray at the base.

Authentic period pieces feature sharp casting detail, heavy weight, and original foundry registration marks or pattern numbers stamped into the reverse. Modern reproductions often exhibit softer mould lines, lighter weight, and modern screw fixings.

A figural cast-iron stick stand serves as an architectural accent near an entrance hall or porch. Placing it beside a modern coat rack or against a painted accent wall creates a focal point that bridges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary decor.

Keep cast-iron items dry to prevent oxidation and rust formation. Dust regularly with a soft brush, clean the drip tray with a dry cloth, and apply a thin layer of microcrystalline wax to preserve remaining historic paint finishes.

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