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Pair of Antique Elephant Bookends, African, Milk Onyx, Book Rest, Victorian
REF: 18.8906 / LA429858
£745
€870
$937
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Description
This is a pair of antique elephant bookends. An African, milk onyx decorative novel or book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Great character and display appeal for the avid reader. Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order. Skilfully carved milk onyx presents warm cream hues with amber vein interest. Jovial renditions of the African elephant with appealing shape. Quality cream coloured baize adds protection to the base. Ideal for lining up favourite novels upon a wall shelf or within a cabinet
This is a wonderful pair of antique elephant bookends. A delightful set for the regular novel reader, upon a desktop or shelf. Delivered waxed, polished and ready to display.
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measurements
Height:
19.5 cm
Width:
18 cm
Depth:
10.5 cm
declaration
London Fine Ltd has clarified that the Pair of Antique Elephant Bookends, African, Milk Onyx, Book Rest, Victorian (LA429858) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1900
additional info
Category:
Material:
Origin:
Date of Manufacture:
c.1900
location
This Pair of Antique Elephant Bookends, African, Milk Onyx, Book Rest, Victorian is located in Devon, United Kingdom
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