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069 Cast Metal Dancing Frogs & Toad

A group of three cast metal figures comprising two dancing frogs and a toad, offering lively poses and a weathered grey-green patina. The frogs have raised limbs and open mouths, while the toad has a finely textured back and sprawling stance. Surface wear and rust-coloured staining are visible, so please check the photographs before bidding. Unbranded and sold as seen.

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Cast Metal Dancing Frogs and Toad Group

This lot offers a group of three cast metal figures: two dancing frogs and a toad. Their poses are lively and characterful, with raised limbs and open mouths that give the set a playful, theatrical feel. Figures like these suit a conservatory, a garden border, a windowsill or a shelf in a country-style interior.

The two taller frogs are modelled with splayed front legs and throats caught mid-song, while the smaller toad is shown in a more sprawling pose with a finely textured back. The cast detail is clear on the webbed feet, eyes and skin, and the grey-green surface has a weathered patina that adds depth. The maker is not marked on the pieces, so they are offered as unbranded decorative metalwork.

Condition and Collector Appeal

The figures show the wear expected of outdoor or long-stored cast metal. There is uneven surface patina, areas of rust-coloured staining and some scuffing, most visible on the raised feet and the tips of the outstretched limbs. Please inspect the photographs carefully and ask any questions before bidding, as the pieces are sold as seen.

The original surface finish and the natural weathering are part of their character, and many collectors value this kind of honest patina over a fresh repaint. The group would appeal to garden ornament enthusiasts, collectors of whimsical animal figures and anyone looking for a characterful piece of cast metal decor at a sensible price.

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