Ruffony - Bookends - Marble, Régule patinated coppery bronze.

Set of two automobilia mascots in régule, presented as bookends. Each sculpture represents the head of a Native American chief. Both are signed "Ruffony" for the Swiss-born sculptor active in France Oscar RUFFONY (1874-1946); the signature is visible at the bottom of the neck, recessed. Good general condition. Beautiful patina, bronze with copper tones. Marks of time and use on the terraces of gray marble, and one of the heads has been perfectly restored by a professional with no aesthetic consequences (carefully observe the photos which are fully part of the description). These mascots are, of course, catalogued. Estimated period: first half of the 20th century, Art Deco style. A lot of detail in the representation. Realistic faces. Overall dimensions: 13.7 x 7.8 x 10 cm. Head alone: 11 x 9 x 9 cm. Weight: 2.8 kg. Attention to collectors of automobile mascots and decoration enthusiasts. Fast and careful shipping.