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Brassed WWII Era Mortar Shell Paperweights or Bookends Midcentury

About the Item

We have taken these hollowed out WWll mortar shells and brassed them to produce these very cool desk accessories.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Width: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1944
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Newly brassed great condition!
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AJM1stDibs: LU1273238625622

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