Vintage Design
This is a pair of antique figurative bookends. A Dutch, plaster seated man and woman book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Appealing example of Dutch craftsmanship, with jovial character
Displaying a desirable aged patina with some small repairs under inspection
Some light weathering to the black finished plaster reveals warm saffron hues
Each figure presented seated, with charmingly naive poses
Maker’s initials present to the lower edge, reading ‘JJ’
This is a charming pair of antique figurative bookends, with lovely weathering revealing golden hues beneath the black finish. Delivered polished and ready for the mantlepiece or shelves.
Dimensions:
Man Width: 8cm (3.25”)
Man Depth: 10.5cm (4.25”)
Man Height: 19.5cm (7.75”)
Woman Width: 9cm (3.5”)
Woman Depth: 10cm (4”)
Woman Height: 19cm (7.5”)
| Design Period | 1890 to 1919 |
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| Year | 1900 |
| Production Period | 1890 to 1919 |
| Country of Manufacture | Netherlands |
| Style | Victorian |
| Detailed Condition | |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use, Presented in very good antique condition.
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| Product Code | KTO-1559817 |
| Materials | Plaster |
| Color | Grey |
| Width |
8 cm 3.1 inch |
| Depth |
11 cm 4.1 inch |
| Height |
20 cm 7.7 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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