Details
Description
A small, heavy cast pair of bookends showing Achilles as an infant being put into the fire for protection by … Read more A small, heavy cast pair of bookends showing Achilles as an infant being put into the fire for protection by the Gods. As the story goes, this worked except for the heel by which he was held. The bookend is shaped like a Greek Temple with a dark red and brown patina. No felt on the bases and no makers marks. They measures 4" by 1 3/8" by 3 3/8". Thank you for looking. See less
- Dimensions
- 4ʺW × 1.38ʺD × 3.38ʺH
- Styles
- Neoclassical Revival
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cast Iron
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Very good condition. Very good condition. less
Questions about the item?
Returns & Cancellations
Return Policy - All sales are final 48 hours after delivery, unless otherwise specified in the description of the product.
Cancellation Policy - Prior to shipping or local pickup, buyers may cancel an order for up to 48 hours, unless otherwise specified.
Related Collections
- Forest Green Bookends
- Bookends in Pittsburgh
- Clay Bookends
- Bookends in Cincinnati
- Olive Bookends
- Adirondack Bookends
- Armor Bronze Bookends
- Glass Murano Bookends
- Bookends in Portland, OR
- Brass Bookends
- Cast Iron Bookends
- Ceramic Bookends
- Classical Roman Bookends
- Mid-Century Modern Bookends
- Blenko Bookends
- Bronze Bookends
- Nautical Bookends
- Marble Bookends
- Wood Bookends
- Dog Bookends
- Horse Bookends
- Alabaster Bookends
- French Bookends
- Chinese Bookends
- Glass Bookends