Here's a question that's been gnawing at me for a while. Given the nature of this piece, I should probably know the answer, but have to plead my ignorance. You see these figural doorstops on Ebay from time to time. The prices seem to range quite a bit (everywhere from $100 to $900).
There seem to be 2 versions out there. Both are currently on ebay. The first (higher priced one) has a square base and a painted home plate. The paint appears to be rather sloppily applied, and looks like it could easily be a modern piece (made to look old...)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Large-Indust...item23112d78a0
The second (currently listed for a third of the price) looks to be better crafted, and has a circular base. The Player portion is slightly different, in addition to the base...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-EARL...item2314b088a1
So, now the questions... Are both versions legit? Are both fantasy pieces? If one is real and one fake, then which is which?
My inclination is that both are modern fantasy pieces, but it's just a guess. Thanks in advance for any help you can provide!