Leather Catcher's Half Mask c.1940 Doorstops A large cast iron knob

A large cast iron knob secures the dress form when raised and is stamped "Girard Paris"

Feather and foam filled cushions

MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Bronze

large bottom storage

Leather Catcher's Half Mask c.1940 Doorstops A large cast iron knobABOUT This is an original vintage catcher's half mask. The main body is steel with brown leather padding and fabric head strap. The piece has retained most of it's original finish and is in good condition with appropriate patina for its age. CREATOR unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1940. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Steel, Leather. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H 4. 5 in. W 8 in. D 3 in. HISTORY Masks were more obviously a