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A handsome pair of circa-1980s cast brass bookends modeled as miniature celestial armillary sundials. Intersecting brass rings surround arrow-form gnomons, …
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A handsome pair of circa-1980s cast brass bookends modeled as miniature celestial armillary sundials. Intersecting brass rings surround arrow-form gnomons, while Roman numerals encircle the raised bases, giving each piece the appearance of a small astronomical instrument.
The warm, naturally aged brass and classical geometry make the pair particularly well suited to a library, study, or layered living room. They would be striking holding a row of leather-bound volumes or oversized art books, but are sculptural enough to stand independently among collected objects on a console or bookcase.
Styles: Neoclassical, English Country, Traditional, Grand Tour
Date: Circa 1980s
Dimensions: 4.5ʺW × 3.5ʺD × 6.5ʺH each
Materials: Cast brass
Condition: Good original vintage condition with minor surface wear and patination consistent with age and use; shows beautifully
Notable Features: Pair of celestial armillary forms; intersecting rings; arrow-form gnomons; Roman numeral detailing; substantial L-shaped brass bookend bases
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- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 3.5ʺD × 6.5ʺH
- Styles
- Neoclassical
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Good original vintage condition. Minor surface wear expected with age and use. Shows beautifully. Good original vintage condition. Minor surface wear expected with age and use. Shows beautifully. less
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