Description
This freestanding plaque spells out Expecto Patronum, the famous spell from Harry Potter, and finishes it with a stag's head crowned by branching antlers. PATRONUM runs along the base in tall capitals, black with a fine gold outline to every letter. Expecto sits on top in flowing gold script, standing up from the word beneath to finish the words. At the end of the line the stag looks out in profile, its face and antlers traced in swirling gold line work against the black. The black carries a metallic effect finish that catches the light. It is 13cm tall, 29cm wide and 3cm deep, a neat size for a shelf.
We would put it on a bookshelf, a mantelpiece, a desk or a bedside table, anywhere a Harry Potter fan will catch sight of it. It suits a child's bedroom from around three years old, and it grows up with them, just as much at home in a teenager's room or a grown-up's study. It is a decorative piece for display rather than something to play with, so a shelf out of the way of busy hands is the best spot for younger children. As a gift it is an easy choice for anyone who knows the spell by heart, whether they are just starting out or a lifelong fan.
The plaque is built in layers, with the gold script set above the black letters, which gives it real depth on the shelf. It rests on its own flat base, so it needs no wall, no hook and no drilling. To keep the gold line work bright, dust it with a soft dry cloth, and keep it away from water. For a cosy look, set it beside a stack of favourite books or near a lamp, where the light picks out the gold.
Specification
| Colour |
Black |
| Finish |
Metallic |
| Height |
13cm |
| Width |
29cm |
| Depth |
3cm |
| Weight |
0.21kg |
Frequently Asked
How big is the Expecto Patronum plaque?
It is 13cm tall, 29cm wide and 3cm deep, so it sits comfortably on a bookshelf, a mantelpiece or the corner of a desk.
Does the plaque stand on its own or does it hang on a wall?
It stands on its own flat base, so you simply set it on a shelf, a mantelpiece or a desk with no hook or drilling needed.
What colour is it?
The plaque is black with a metallic effect finish. The Expecto script is gold, and gold line work outlines the PATRONUM letters and the stag's head.
What words and design are on it?
It reads Expecto in flowing gold script above PATRONUM in tall capitals, with a stag's head and branching antlers in profile at the end of the word.
Is it suitable for a child's bedroom?
Yes, it suits children from around three years old as well as teenagers and adults. It is a decorative piece for display, so place it on a shelf rather than in reach for play.
How should I look after it?
As general good practice, dust it gently with a soft dry cloth to keep the gold line work bright, and keep it away from water.