Cast Iron Dragon Shelf Bracket 9 x 7.5 Inch, Ornate Fantasy Decor - Outlet

Cast Iron Dragon Shelf Bracket 9 x 7.5 Inch, Ornate Fantasy Decor

Where Your Dragon Belongs

Thanks to its one-of-a-kind design, this bracket is perfect for your most special projects. Imagine it as the foundation for:

• A Bookshelf in Your Study: The ideal perch for your favourite fantasy sagas, historical tomes, or treasured scrolls and maps.
• A Shelf for Potions and Trophies: Display your collection of potion bottles, gaming miniatures, or LARP artifacts on a shelf guarded by a dragon.
• A Themed Shelf in a Bar or Game Room: Create the atmosphere of a medieval tavern, an alchemist's workshop, or a dragon cult's inner sanctum.
• A Striking Decorative Hanger: Use it to display a heavier collectible or as a majestic bracket for a large lantern or hanging plant.

A Fusion of Rococo and Mythology

The primary design inspiration for this bracket is Rococo, the artistic style that dominated mid-18th century Europe, particularly France. Rococo is defined by its lightness, asymmetry, organic forms, and its love of "S" and "C" curves, all clearly visible in the bracket's form. Here, however, these elegant lines are boldly fused with the motif of the dragon—a creature that has populated mythology and art for thousands of years, from medieval bestiaries and Gothic gargoyles to Asian legends.

A Tale from History: Dragons in European Salons

During the Rococo period, "Chinoiserie"—the European imitation of and fascination with Chinese art—was immensely popular. This trend brought a wealth of motifs from Asian culture into fashionable European interiors, including pagodas, exotic birds, and, of course, dragons. Until then, the European dragon was primarily seen as a symbol of evil and chaos. Through Chinoiserie, however, it began to appear in a new, more stylized and decorative form, just as on this bracket, which thus represents a fascinating fusion of European elegance and exotic mysticism.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 9" (Height) x 7.5" (Depth) / 22.8 cm x 19 cm
• Weight: Approx. 1.72 lbs / 780 g
• Material: Solid Cast Iron
• Finish: Black with a rustic appearance
• Style: Rococo, Baroque, Fantasy, Gothic
• Package Includes: 1x "Dragon" Cast Iron Bracket

Please Note: Mounting screws and wall plugs are not included.

Installation and Care

Secure Mounting

Given the bracket's own substantial weight (nearly 2 lbs), secure anchoring is critical. Always use screws and wall plugs appropriate for your wall material (e.g., brick, concrete, drywall). For maximum load capacity, we recommend fastening the bracket into a wall stud wherever possible. When mounting a pair, measure their placement carefully and use a spirit level to ensure your finished shelf is perfectly horizontal.

Caring for Your Dragon

Cast iron is a very durable material. For indoor care, regular dusting is sufficient. To enhance the details and revive the finish, you can occasionally wipe it with a cloth lightly treated with a conservation oil or wax.

What to Avoid

Never overload the bracket. Its load-bearing capacity is directly dependent on the quality of its mounting to the wall. Do not install it on unstable or crumbling surfaces. Avoid using abrasive cleaners that could scratch or damage the black finish.