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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
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- Materials
- Cast Iron
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Very good condition. Very good condition. less
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