Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 12

Pair of Antique Carved Lion Bookends, Oriental, Ebonised, Book Rest, Victorian

About the Item

Our Stock # 18.9940 This is a pair of antique carved lion bookends. An Oriental, ebonised ironwood book rest with animal figure interest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Ferocious lion forms, with a charming decorative appearance Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order Hand-carved ironwood with an ebonised finish Prominent teeth to the open mouths create a dynamic, prowling look Protective leather pads dress the bases and feet of each lion. This is a fascinating pair of antique carved lion bookends, with a wonderful hand-carved appearance. Delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 10cm (4'') Max Depth: 17cm (6.75'') Max Height: 20cm (7.75'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Ebonized
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.99401stDibs: LU2645338301662

More From This Seller

View All
Pair of Antique Lion Bookends, English, Cast Iron, Decor, Book Rest, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique lion bookends. An English, cast iron decorative book rest, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Bountiful cha...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair Of Antique Elephant Bookends, English, Book Rest, Home Library, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique elephant bookends. An English, mahogany ornamental wildlife study, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Fascinating bookends with fine anatom...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Bookends

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Elephant Bookends, African, Milk Onyx, Book Rest, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique elephant bookends. An African, milk onyx decorative novel or book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa ...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century African Late Victorian Bookends

Materials

Onyx

Pair Antique Elephant Bookends, Indian, Coromandel, Novel, Book Rest, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique elephant bookends. An Indian, coromandel decorative novel or book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Offering charming character and d...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indian Late Victorian Bookends

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Hand Carved Elephant Bookends, African, Book Rest, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of hand-carved elephant bookends. An African ebony decorative book rest, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Wonderful decorative bookends with a charming a...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Botswanan Tribal Bookends

Materials

Ebony

Large Pair, Antique Putti Bookends, Italian Cherub Figures, Book Rest, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large pair of antique putti bookends. An Italian, fruitwood cherub figure as book rests, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Fascinating figural bookends, wi...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Bookends

Materials

Fruitwood

You May Also Like

Pair of American Victorian Bronze Book Bookends
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Victorian bronze open book design bookends (various marks: "NEEDHAM", "B. ZOPPO FOUNDRIES N.Y.", & "10.B") (priced as pair).
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Antique American Victorian Carved Wood Ladies Shoe Last Bookends - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Victorian Carved Wood Ladies Shoe Last Bookends - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 4.5" W x 4.5" D.
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Bookends

Materials

Wood

Pair of Opposing Lion Bookends
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of opposing lion bookends in the Neoclassical style.
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Bookends

Materials

Wood

Pair of Iron Lion Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of metal Iron bookends. The pair are on the smaller side and great for a small shelf, with smaller books or a Childs room.
Category

20th Century Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of Reclining Lion Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of reclining lion bookends, a stunning pair with the look of limestone, but a composition material. The pair are of good weight for those larger bo...
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Composition

Pair of Heavy Plaster Lion Bookends
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a nice pair of plaster cast bookends. They're cast in the shape of lions resting on stands reminiscent of of Neoclassical design.
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Bookends

Materials

Plaster

Recently Viewed

View All