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Rare Antique Pair of Art Deco Bookends Egyptian Revival Bronze Sphinx Sculptures

About the Item

Beautiful pair of green onyx bookends with Egyptian sphinx sculptures. These practical size, highly stylish and all handcrafted onyx marble bookends come with a pair of beautifully sculptured, gilt bronze sphinxes. Apart from practical to use and aesthetically pleasing to the eye these 1920s sphinx bookends also have a deeper meaning. In ancient Egypt, the sphinx was, among other things, used as a watchman. The image of the sphinx was used to frighten enemies and he was also identified with Horus, the pharaoh and the sun itself. Apart from one larger chip (image 14,15,16) and few very small ones to the striking green onyx, these rare bookends are in very good condition and ready to be used and enjoyed. The design of the sphinxes and the combination of the green onyx and the marvelous gilding really make these work of art bookends a joy to own, use and to look at. Again great value for money. Also, because our fair price includes perfect packing and worldwide shipping from our store to your door within 4 workdays. Maximum height x width x depth: 5.2 x 6.75 x 3.7 inches. We have a passion for the unique, for quality, for stylish yet practical and for craftsmanship of years gone by. Your purchases will be extremely well packaged and we look forward to serving you (again).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.2 in (13.21 cm)Width: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Depth: 3.7 in (9.4 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Please also read our item description.
  • Seller Location:
    Lisse, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Hw.6985376-USfg1stDibs: LU2341325590052
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