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Pair, Antique Maritime Bookends, Continental, Copper, Oak, Book Rest, Victorian

$1,171.64
£861
€1,011.53
CA$1,609.64
A$1,797.01
CHF 941.61
MX$21,997.19
NOK 11,958.42
SEK 11,275.27
DKK 7,549.17
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This is a pair of antique maritime bookends. A Continental, copper plated oak book rest in Arts & Crafts taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Invokes the age of discovery, with a grand sailing ship motif Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order Oak form presents fine grain interest and caramel hues Copper plate with hand beaten ship motif accentuating each rest The ship bearing a resemblance to the iconic sails of Vasco da Gama (1459 - 1524) Dressed to the base with protective coverings This is a fine pair of vintage maritime bookends, with an appealing copper plated finish. Delivered ready to display. Dimensions: Max Width: 8.5cm (3.25'') Max Depth: 7.5cm (3'') Max Height: 15cm (6'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 3.35 in (8.5 cm)Depth: 2.96 in (7.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 247081stDibs: LU2645341806812

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