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Vintage Brass Eagle Bookends
$225
£167.07
€196.22
CA$313.04
A$350.48
CHF 183.77
MX$4,330.37
NOK 2,315.58
SEK 2,185.81
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This is an appealing set of vintage brass bookends. The bookends each depict a spread-wing bald eagle perched on a branch. The branch is wrapped in decorative vines.
In 1782, Congress designated the bald eagle, a bird unique to North America, as the national bird and animal of the U.S. The bird was admired for its speed and strength in the wild, and became a symbol of freedom and perseverance. The eagle motif has been widely used throughout U.S. history, most notably as part of the Great Seal. The founders of the United States were fond of comparing their new republic with the Roman Republic, in which eagle imagery, usually the golden eagle, was prominent. On June 20, 1782, the Continental Congress adopted the design for the Great Seal of the United States depicting a bald eagle grasping 13 arrows and an olive branch with its talons. Since then, the eagle has been a continuous symbol of the United States and its values.
CONDITION:
Overall very good condition. Set includes two bookends. Nice, attractive patina. Small surface scuffs along the bases, from age and past use.
Dimensions: 6 1/4" H x 5 1/2" W x 2 7/8" D each.
Accompanied by our company's letter of authenticity.
- Dimensions:Height: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 2.88 in (7.32 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Colorado Springs, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: OT7301stDibs: LU909745611842
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