Pair of British Bulldog Churchill Bookends Smoking Cigar - 1940's

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Bring some British bulldog spirit to your shelves with this formidable pair of bronze bookends! Resembling the iconic Winston Churchill, … Read more Bring some British bulldog spirit to your shelves with this formidable pair of bronze bookends! Resembling the iconic Winston Churchill, these pups capture the Prime Minister’s legendary grit, right down to the detachable bronze cigars screwed into their jaws.

Cast with impressive detail—from the furrowed brows to the texture of their coats—these heavyweights feature a moody, dark bronze patina with "life" peeking through in golden glimpses of shiny bronze. One even sports a touch of authentic green verdigris for that perfect "found in an old library" vibe. Mounted on classic black wooden bases with well-loved felt bottoms, they’re ready to hold up your heaviest hardcovers with true bulldog tenacity.

There are no maker’s marks or labels.

MEASUREMENTS
5 ½ in (14.0 cm) wide x 5 ¾ in (14.6 cm) deep x 5 in (12.7 cm) tall. Weighs 7 lbs 8.7 oz.

CONDITION
The bookends have no breaks, chips, cracks, or dents. The wood bases show wear, especially on the corners and the felts on the bottoms are worn. There is some wear to the metal especially on the backs. In spots where the patina is a bit worn, the bronze shines through. One bookend has spots of verdigris on the top of the head and his ears. The cigars are still intact and show a very dark patina from age.

For the bibliophile who appreciates a bit of "British pluck," this pair of Churchill-inspired bulldog bookends is a masterclass in character casting. See less