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Pair Of Antique Oriental Bookends, Chinese, Jade Marble, Dog of Fo, Victorian

$1,949.45
£1,436
€1,683.44
CA$2,684.40
A$3,004.34
CHF 1,572.67
MX$36,497.33
NOK 19,968.87
SEK 18,844.04
DKK 12,561.41

About the Item

This is a pair of antique Oriental bookends. A Chinese, jade marble decorative 'Dog of Fo' book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Delightfully tactile dogs with a superb natural finish and Oriental taste Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Jade marble presents a striking appearance with light green hues Represents a sitting Dog of Fo in useful book end form Great detail to the face and exuberant coat with one paw raised upon a brocade ball Broad socle base with shaped edge and dressed to the base with a leather protective pad This is a charming pair of antique Oriental bookends, with a great marble finish and fascinating appearance. Delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 8cm (3.25'') Max Depth: 9.5cm (3.75'') Max Height: 20cm (7.75'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 3.15 in (8 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • 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: 248281stDibs: LU2645342095722

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