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Arts & Crafts Pair of Handcrafted Metal Bookends with Meaningful Symbolic Leaves

$467.28per set
£347.86per set
€390per set
CA$640.05per set
A$711.88per set
CHF 371.72per set
MX$8,662.78per set
NOK 4,747.43per set
SEK 4,452.25per set
DKK 2,968.93per set
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About the Item

Wonderful pair of hand-crafted, early 20th century bookends. With the symbolic meaning of leafs ranging from hope, renewal, revival, fertility and growth to decay, sadness and even death, one could sum it all up by stating that leaves very much represent the circle of life. These rare, weighty and all-handcrafted bookends from the Art Deco era are in very good condition. They may be small in size, but this top quality workmanship was built to last and last they will. Both beautiful and functional this pair is an absolute joy to use, own and look at and will therefor make a great gift. If you like this pair as much as we do then you will love our price. Also, because perfect packing & worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 days are complimentary. Maximum height x width x depth: 6.1 x 6.1 x 4 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). You can shop our 1000+ listings by pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.1 in (15.5 cm)Width: 6.1 in (15.5 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 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. Please also read our item description.
  • Seller Location:
    Lisse, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Hw.1812166-USfg Free Shipping1stDibs: LU2341312778162

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