Bookends (2) - Marble - Art Déco in precious marbles
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Pair of Art Deco marble bookends from Italy, dating to the 1930s–1940s, in black and pink marbles; each piece measures 11 × 10 × 8 cm and the pair is in good condition with small signs of age and stains.
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Pair of Art Deco bookends in black and pink marble – Italy, 1930s/1940s
Splendid Italian Art Deco pair of bookends, made between the 1930s and 1940s in precious natural marbles carefully selected. The composition, rigorous and elegant, features a refined play of geometric volumes that perfectly represents the Art Deco aesthetic language, a movement that managed to fuse luxury, balance and modernity into timeless creations.
The polished black marble, traversed by thin natural white veining, harmonizes with the pink marble with delicate cream, ivory and ochre shades, creating a pleasant color contrast that adds depth and a strong personality to the whole. The workmanship is of excellent quality and conveys the solidity and elegance typical of the best Italian productions of the period.
Born to adorn libraries, studies and representative homes, these bookends are today also perfect as authentic home decor complements, capable of enhancing antique books, collectible volumes or simply a library with refined taste. Their striking presence makes them ideal both in classic contexts and in contemporary settings, where the charm of natural marble blends perfectly with modern furnishings.
The condition is very good and fully in line with the era. Only a small professional restoration on one corner is noted, carried out with great care and practically invisible once displayed; an intervention that does not in any way compromise the stability, functionality or aesthetic harmony of the piece. On the back is a protective felt to preserve the supporting surfaces.
Dimensions: 11 × 10 × 8 cm each.
Our interior designer/architect friend recommends: this pair represents an ideal complement for an important bookcase, a professional study or a stylish entry console. The elegance of the lines and the contrast between the two marbles give character and refinement to the environment, becoming a striking decorative detail.
Photos are an integral part of the description.
Guaranteed careful packaging entrusted to professionals in the field.
Seller's Story
Ankerior is an Italian brand dedicated to the search and selection of works of art, antiques, design and collectible objects of extraordinary historical, artistic and aesthetic interest. Each object is selected according to strict criteria of authenticity, quality and value, privileging artifacts capable of conveying character, elegance and uniqueness to the most refined environments. Each shipment is prepared with the utmost care, through professional packing techniques, so that every piece reaches its new owner in excellent condition, fully respecting its value and its history.
ANKERIOR - Extraordinary interiors begin with extraordinary objects.
Translated by Google TranslatePair of Art Deco bookends in black and pink marble – Italy, 1930s/1940s
Splendid Italian Art Deco pair of bookends, made between the 1930s and 1940s in precious natural marbles carefully selected. The composition, rigorous and elegant, features a refined play of geometric volumes that perfectly represents the Art Deco aesthetic language, a movement that managed to fuse luxury, balance and modernity into timeless creations.
The polished black marble, traversed by thin natural white veining, harmonizes with the pink marble with delicate cream, ivory and ochre shades, creating a pleasant color contrast that adds depth and a strong personality to the whole. The workmanship is of excellent quality and conveys the solidity and elegance typical of the best Italian productions of the period.
Born to adorn libraries, studies and representative homes, these bookends are today also perfect as authentic home decor complements, capable of enhancing antique books, collectible volumes or simply a library with refined taste. Their striking presence makes them ideal both in classic contexts and in contemporary settings, where the charm of natural marble blends perfectly with modern furnishings.
The condition is very good and fully in line with the era. Only a small professional restoration on one corner is noted, carried out with great care and practically invisible once displayed; an intervention that does not in any way compromise the stability, functionality or aesthetic harmony of the piece. On the back is a protective felt to preserve the supporting surfaces.
Dimensions: 11 × 10 × 8 cm each.
Our interior designer/architect friend recommends: this pair represents an ideal complement for an important bookcase, a professional study or a stylish entry console. The elegance of the lines and the contrast between the two marbles give character and refinement to the environment, becoming a striking decorative detail.
Photos are an integral part of the description.
Guaranteed careful packaging entrusted to professionals in the field.
Seller's Story
Ankerior is an Italian brand dedicated to the search and selection of works of art, antiques, design and collectible objects of extraordinary historical, artistic and aesthetic interest. Each object is selected according to strict criteria of authenticity, quality and value, privileging artifacts capable of conveying character, elegance and uniqueness to the most refined environments. Each shipment is prepared with the utmost care, through professional packing techniques, so that every piece reaches its new owner in excellent condition, fully respecting its value and its history.
ANKERIOR - Extraordinary interiors begin with extraordinary objects.
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Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Art Déco in precious marbles
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Marble
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
11 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
