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Pair of Grand Tour Style Carved Alabaster Bookends Formed as Classical Ruins

About the Item

A very good pair of architectural inspired 'Grand Tour' style columnar alabaster bookends, both carved in the form of fluted columns, raised on stepped bases. Dimensions noted are those shown facing front.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Both are in very good overall condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Ottawa, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2728320105822

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