antique cast metal chameleon door stop Sherwin Williams Co Paint & Varnish Maker

Description

Well before Geico had their lizard Sherwin Williams used the lizard as its corporate icon. It was reported that the founder Henry Sherwin adopted the reptile after a trip to India w he became enamored with the lizards color changing abilities. I believe they then used the chameleon as their logo between 1884 and 1905.
It’s safe to say this item is from 1895-1900. It was given to salesmen and vendors.
A very old antique cast metal chameleon door stop or paper weight Sherwin Williams Co Paint & Varnish Maker. Condition is "Used".
It is 8 1/2 inches long. The underside is marked “Sherwin Williams CO Paint And Varnish Maker.”
Has a great patina. Please carefully review all the photos. Ask all questions prior to bidding.
Item is heavy for its size. Approximately 1 1/2 - 2 pounds
A solid piece.