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Ronson Pair of Art Deco Bookends

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Pair of art deco bookends in white metal (regula), circa 1930. They represent children with butterfly wings, leaning against a book and holding a butterfly in the hand. A small frog is climbing on the base. They are in perfect condition. Total height: 16 cm Width: 11.5 cm Depth: 11 cm Weight: 3.5 Kg. Ronson's Art Metal works, founded by Louis Aoronson in the years 1800, was a leader and a pioneer in the manufacture of decorative objects in metal until the years 1930. They produced a diverse selection of beautifully designed metal bookends, lighters, hood ornaments, figurines, lamps and much more.
  • Creator:
    Ronson (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Spelter,Molded
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    NANTES, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7403231131202
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