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Art Deco Period Cast Ducks on Italian Marble with Original Nib Pen

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

This piece is simply a show stopper when it comes to unique decor finds. It's the piece in your home that guests are drawn to because of its majestic beauty and owners find themselves stopping to gaze at it as they pass by. Made of cast metal that appears to have been blued for a blackening effect, the two large ducks rest on a gorgeous Italian marble base that complements the overall piece with its stunning veins of taupe, sand and ivory running throughout the stone. This piece was designed to not only be a striking piece of dimensional art, but serves a functional purpose as well with its nib pen and holder that rests in between the two fowl. Truly a great find for those with a passion for the unique.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Marble,Metal,Blackened
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Wear is consistent with age. The ducks show some wear with minor scuff marks often found on sculptures.
  • Seller Location:
    Louisville, KY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DIBS-00991stDibs: LU9258240409462

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