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Art Deco Ceramic Book Ends Featuring Lion and Nude Female Figure

$875per set
£660.85per set
€773.71per set
CA$1,243.13per set
A$1,264.72per set
CHF 724.81per set
MX$15,228.01per set
NOK 8,471.70per set
SEK 8,508.88per set
DKK 5,784.14per set

About the Item

This lovely pair of bookmarks, depicting a nude female figure petting the head of a lion, is rendered in a style suggestive of a Classical Greek tableau. It has been realized in white glazed ceramic which features a very subtle craquelure finish. These pieces are both functional and stunning, a must have for any lover of Greek classicism or Art Deco design. Excellent condition. French, circa 1930 Measures: 3" D x 7.5" W x 5" H.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ceramic,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU79347537993

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