Goberg - Hugo Berger - Bookends (2) - Wrought iron - Pair of bookends

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Pair of forged-iron Art Deco bookends by Goberg, designed by Hugo Berger, Germany, dating to circa 1905–1910, featuring stylised elephant motifs; height about 18.5 cm, base about 17.5 cm long, in good used condition with authentic patina and minor age-related wear.

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Magnificent and rare antique pair of Art Deco / Arts & Crafts bookends, crafted by the famous German manufacturer Goberg (marks/punches "GOBERG" present on both pieces).
Creator: Hugo Berger (Goberg)
Origin: Germany
Era: Early 20th century (circa 1905-1910)
Material: Wrought iron / patinated heavy metal
Motif: Stylized elephants with raised trunks
Dimensions: Height about 18.5 cm / Base about 17.5 cm long (solid and perfectly stable for supporting heavy volumes).
Condition: Very good state of preservation for their age, with their original authentic antique patina (some traces of wear and natural oxidation respectful of time, see photos).

Magnificent and rare antique pair of Art Deco / Arts & Crafts bookends, crafted by the famous German manufacturer Goberg (marks/punches "GOBERG" present on both pieces).
Creator: Hugo Berger (Goberg)
Origin: Germany
Era: Early 20th century (circa 1905-1910)
Material: Wrought iron / patinated heavy metal
Motif: Stylized elephants with raised trunks
Dimensions: Height about 18.5 cm / Base about 17.5 cm long (solid and perfectly stable for supporting heavy volumes).
Condition: Very good state of preservation for their age, with their original authentic antique patina (some traces of wear and natural oxidation respectful of time, see photos).

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Pair of bookends
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Germany
Manufacturer/brand
Goberg
Designer/artist/maker
Hugo Berger
Material
Wrought iron
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
18.5 cm
Width
17.5 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
BelgiumVerified
10
Objects sold
Private

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