Paire de serre-livres Art déco représentant des cerfs bondissants, signés par le sculpteur Hippolyte - Bookends (2) - Marble





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French Art Deco pair of bookends dating to 1970–1980, made of marble, comprising two objects with a jumping deer motif and signed by sculptor Hippolyte.
Description from the seller
Pair of Art Deco bookends depicting leaping stags, signed by the sculptor Hippolyte Moreau under the pseudonym "Franjou".
Main features
• Subject: Two deer or gazelles in full leap.
• Material: regule (patinated metal) with a gray marble base.
• Era: Art Deco style, dating from the early 20th century (around 1900–1930).
• Signature: The name "Franjou"
These decorative sculptures perfectly illustrate the stylized animal aesthetic of the 1930s, highly appreciated in Art Deco.
Ideal decorative items for:
Library
Art Deco décor
Office or living room
Animal sculpture collection
The patina on the metal and the marble give a lot of character and authenticity to the whole.
Features:
• Era: around 1930–1940
• Style: Art Deco
• Materials: silvered metal / regule, black marble
• Motif: Bird
Approximate dimensions:
• Height: about 15.5 cm
• Length: about 12.5 cm
• Sold as a pair
Condition:
Nice vintage condition with natural patina on the metal and light signs of normal use for an antique item.
We strive to provide as many photos as possible so you can assess the condition of the piece comfortably.
All items presented carry a history and past and may sometimes show signs of wear and marks of time.
Our parcels are very carefully packed and shipped promptly.
If you have any questions, please contact us.
Best regards
Pair of Art Deco bookends depicting leaping stags, signed by the sculptor Hippolyte Moreau under the pseudonym "Franjou".
Main features
• Subject: Two deer or gazelles in full leap.
• Material: regule (patinated metal) with a gray marble base.
• Era: Art Deco style, dating from the early 20th century (around 1900–1930).
• Signature: The name "Franjou"
These decorative sculptures perfectly illustrate the stylized animal aesthetic of the 1930s, highly appreciated in Art Deco.
Ideal decorative items for:
Library
Art Deco décor
Office or living room
Animal sculpture collection
The patina on the metal and the marble give a lot of character and authenticity to the whole.
Features:
• Era: around 1930–1940
• Style: Art Deco
• Materials: silvered metal / regule, black marble
• Motif: Bird
Approximate dimensions:
• Height: about 15.5 cm
• Length: about 12.5 cm
• Sold as a pair
Condition:
Nice vintage condition with natural patina on the metal and light signs of normal use for an antique item.
We strive to provide as many photos as possible so you can assess the condition of the piece comfortably.
All items presented carry a history and past and may sometimes show signs of wear and marks of time.
Our parcels are very carefully packed and shipped promptly.
If you have any questions, please contact us.
Best regards

