Bookends (2) - Marble - French Art Deco Geometric
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Pair of marble bookends in a fan-shaped geometric Art Deco design from the 1930s, with crema and dark brown surfaces on black rectangular bases, each 14 x 14 x 7.5 cm and about 1.45 kg (total about 2.9 kg), made in France, in good used condition with minor signs of wear and small chips along some edges.
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Description from the seller
Pair of marble bookends with fan-shaped geometric forms, in Art Deco style, on black rectangular bases.
Each bookend features a cream-white face with delicate pinkish veining and a dark reddish-brown face with light veining and inclusions. The curved upper profile and the color contrast give the pair a decorative character, appreciated from both sides.
Suitable for a bookshelf, desk, or shelf, they combine the function of book support with that of a decorative accessory.
Dimensions of each bookend:
- Height: 14 cm
- Width: 14 cm
- Depth: 7.5 cm
- Weight: about 1.45 kg
The lot includes two bookends, for a total weight of about 2.9 kg.
Conditions:
They show surface signs of use and small chips along some edges and corners of the bases, visible in the images. Please review all photographs, which are an integral part of the description and document the state of preservation.
Pair of marble bookends with fan-shaped geometric forms, in Art Deco style, on black rectangular bases.
Each bookend features a cream-white face with delicate pinkish veining and a dark reddish-brown face with light veining and inclusions. The curved upper profile and the color contrast give the pair a decorative character, appreciated from both sides.
Suitable for a bookshelf, desk, or shelf, they combine the function of book support with that of a decorative accessory.
Dimensions of each bookend:
- Height: 14 cm
- Width: 14 cm
- Depth: 7.5 cm
- Weight: about 1.45 kg
The lot includes two bookends, for a total weight of about 2.9 kg.
Conditions:
They show surface signs of use and small chips along some edges and corners of the bases, visible in the images. Please review all photographs, which are an integral part of the description and document the state of preservation.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1.45 kg
Title additional information
French Art Deco Geometric
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
France
Material
Marble
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Black, Brown, Cream
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
14 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
7.5 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
