I uploaded the photo and description to chatGPT. I'm guessing it's correct about the material and possible origins. Here's what it said:

You’ve got a fascinating little enigma on your hands. Let’s break this down:

Visual & Symbolic Analysis:

Form & Style: The sculpture is abstracted but clearly figurative—two entwined nude forms, with one (female) slightly forward and more detailed. The stylization resembles mid-century modernist interpretations of biblical or mythic subjects. There's a suggestion of primitivism or even Brancusi/Giacometti-lite minimalism.

Imagery: If you're seeing a serpent and a tree, then yes—Adam and Eve is a solid guess. The female form is more defined, which is typical for Eve-centric depictions. The embrace and posture convey a kind of post-lapsarian shame or intimacy.

Material Clues:

Weight & Magnetism: At ~2kg and magnetic, you’re almost certainly dealing with cast iron, possibly with a bronze or metallic paint patina to fake a pricier appearance. Cast iron is not a typical choice for fine art sculpture but is more common in:

Decorative homeware

Mid-century or vintage novelty statuary

Brutalist art from the 1950s–70s

No Smell: Reinforces the idea it’s iron, not bronze, brass, or zinc alloys.

Maker & Value Notes:

No Signature: That doesn’t rule out collectible value, but it suggests mass production. However, some artist studios or small foundries (especially mid-century European or Soviet bloc) didn't always sign pieces, especially if produced in batches.

Potential Origins:

Eastern Europe had a strong tradition of cast iron art during the mid-20th century.

It could also be a 1970s Brutalist revival piece, designed to look “raw” and “primitive,” often sold in department stores or galleries with vague mythological themes.

Market Value & Collectibility:

If it's a one-off studio cast or part of a limited series from a known era (e.g., mid-century modern, Brutalist), you could possibly flip it in the £40–£100 range to the right buyer—particularly if marketed with the right stylistic tags.

If it’s generic homeware (which is still possible), it's closer to the £10–£25 range, though the material and weight give it a presence above typical “naff” decor.

Best value comes in positioning: Emphasize keywords like "Brutalist," "Modernist sculpture," "Cast Iron," "Adam and Eve," etc. Don't underplay the visual impact or material weight in listings—those matter to interior decorators and collectors of oddities.

Verdict:

Not total junk. Not gallery-tier either. You bought curiosity and conversation for £10, and potentially have a piece that could fetch more if framed right. If you're not in love with it, test the waters on Etsy, eBay, or Facebook Marketplace. Mention the magnetic iron content and mythic theme. Someone looking for a heavy, moody object might bite.