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1930s Earthenware Bookends of Lions in the Style of Wiener Werkstatte

$1,000per set
£756.57per set
€873.20per set
CA$1,396.72per set
A$1,552.89per set
CHF 812.84per set
MX$19,045.65per set
NOK 10,349.55per set
SEK 9,771.20per set
DKK 6,516.09per set
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About the Item

Exceptional early 20th century earthenware bookends in the style of Wiener Werkstatte of stacked Lions. Both beautifully sculptural and functional these unique period pieces have those rich colors similar to Vally Wieselthier. Signed, Made in Germany with artist punch mark.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very Good antique condition, some slight glaze loss, fleabite to base.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: f91541709218575573fs

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