Bookends (2) - Brass - Wise Owls
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Two brass owl-shaped mid-century modern bookends from the Netherlands, dating to 1970–1980, each about 12.5 cm high, 9.5 cm deep and 8 cm wide, weighing ca. 275 g.
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Atmospheric brass bookends in the shape of an owl.
These owls have a stately and quirky appearance.
They look down on the world from a height with a stern yet just gaze.
They look splendid in your bookcase, offering there a wise and weighty presence to the books on display!
The owl is commonly regarded as the master of the night and bringer of magic and wisdom. It stands as a symbol of knowledge and the gaining of intuitive insight.
With large eyes and pupils, it can see in the dark with incredible sharpness, perceiving everything from above and thus penetrate the secrets of others.
The owl lives according to its own inner wisdom and truth.
Wonderful vintage brass bookends from the 1970s. Made of brass in owl form.
Beautifully styled.
The base plate has a curled decoration. This plate can be easily detached and turned over. Because the base plate is very thin, you can also place your books on top of it.
Height 12.5 cm
Depth 9.5 cm
Width 8 cm
Weight of one support approximately 275 grams.
In good vintage condition, suitable for age and use.
The photos are part of the description!
When shipping, the stands are dismantled, making them safer and smaller to package!
Atmospheric brass bookends in the shape of an owl.
These owls have a stately and quirky appearance.
They look down on the world from a height with a stern yet just gaze.
They look splendid in your bookcase, offering there a wise and weighty presence to the books on display!
The owl is commonly regarded as the master of the night and bringer of magic and wisdom. It stands as a symbol of knowledge and the gaining of intuitive insight.
With large eyes and pupils, it can see in the dark with incredible sharpness, perceiving everything from above and thus penetrate the secrets of others.
The owl lives according to its own inner wisdom and truth.
Wonderful vintage brass bookends from the 1970s. Made of brass in owl form.
Beautifully styled.
The base plate has a curled decoration. This plate can be easily detached and turned over. Because the base plate is very thin, you can also place your books on top of it.
Height 12.5 cm
Depth 9.5 cm
Width 8 cm
Weight of one support approximately 275 grams.
In good vintage condition, suitable for age and use.
The photos are part of the description!
When shipping, the stands are dismantled, making them safer and smaller to package!
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Wise Owls
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Brass
Style
Mid-century modern
Colour
Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
12.5 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
9.5 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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