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This fantastic set of antique Jennings Brothers bookends depicts a stern Dante and his beautiful Beatrice. A rare Jennings Brothers …
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This fantastic set of antique Jennings Brothers bookends depicts a stern Dante and his beautiful Beatrice. A rare Jennings Brothers find with a green polychrome paint finish, these vintage bookends would make a super gift for the literature buff or a dramatic statement on your library shelf.
Founded in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1890, the Jennings Brothers foundry was known for high-quality, hand-finished castings. The bookends are finely made with detailed, expressive faces.
This Dante and Beatrice bookend set is very rare to find with a polychrome finish. The bookends are very heavy. Each one has the Jennings Brothers "J.B." hallmark along with a casting number on the back -- 2484 on Dante and 2485 on Beatrice.
Approximate Measurements:
6 1/2" Tall
6 1/4" Wide
2 1/2" Deep
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- Dimensions
- 6.25ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 6.5ʺH
- Styles
- Contemporary
- Traditional
- Brand
- Jennings Bros.
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Paint
- Polychrome
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Green
- Condition Notes
- The bookends are old and show typical signs of wear and a patina of age. The green polychrome paint is … moreThe bookends are old and show typical signs of wear and a patina of age. The green polychrome paint is scratched off and worn in places, most notably on the figures's noses and on the back of Dante. The tip of Beatrice's nose is flatten. The bookends have been dusted but have not been given a deep cleaning. less
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