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Antique Set of Iron Bookends Depicting Shakespeare in Copper Patinated Finish

$225
£169.65
€195.50
CA$312.14
A$349.75
CHF 182.06
MX$4,278.61
NOK 2,310.87
SEK 2,182.59
DKK 1,459.44
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About the Item

Rare pair of solid iron bookends depicting Shakespeare in a patinated copper finish circa 1920's.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    American Classical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    San Diego, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU936643758822

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