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Tan Leather Bookends Mounted with Gilt Bronzed Dolphins, Italian circa 1940

About the Item

These are a beautiful, pair of Tan Leather book ends, mounted with gilt bronzed metal dolphins, which we date to the mid 20th century. The bookends have been beautifully modelled in a tan coloured leather with each piece having a mounted stylised metal bronzed and gilded dolphin. We cannot find any markings on the bookends but attribute these to a quality Italian maker, made in the mid 20th Century circa 1940.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Good Condition. Some wear to the bases as expected. Please see images.
  • Seller Location:
    Lincoln, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: O 2051stDibs: LU990325593922

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