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A distinctive pair of vintage owl bookends designed by David Grossman and dated 1978, produced by Dave Grossman Designs Inc., …
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A distinctive pair of vintage owl bookends designed by David Grossman and dated 1978, produced by Dave Grossman Designs Inc., St. Louis.
These bookends are cast in a textured resin/plaster composite and hand-finished to resemble carved wood. The sculptural treatment of the owls—particularly the expressive eyes and layered feather detailing—gives the pair a strong presence on a shelf.
The design sits at the intersection of mid-century modern and 1970s studio craft, making them an easy addition to both traditional and eclectic interiors.
Owls have long symbolized knowledge and watchfulness, making these especially fitting for:
• a study or home office
• bookshelf styling
• a reading nook or library
• layered, collected interiors
They function equally well as working bookends or standalone sculptural decor objects.
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Details
• Designer: David Grossman
• Maker: Dave Grossman Designs Inc., St. Louis
• Year: 1978
• Material: cast resin / plaster composite
• Form: owl bookends (pair)
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Condition
Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age. Minor surface variations and patina add to the character of the pieces.
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- Dimensions
- 6ʺW × 6ʺD × 6ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Artist
- Dave Grossman
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Resin
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
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