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Description

A pair of beautifully crafted cold painted Bronze bookends. Early 20th Century, depicting modelled and painted standing horses on an Onyx base and upstand.

The horses are stamped REAL VIENNA BRONZE. They are in excellent condition.

Created c1910.

Physical Dimensions

Height

10cm (3.94")

Width

14cm (5.51")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

Art Deco And More has dated these Bronze Horse Bookends to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1054769

Dealers Internal Reference

SA 241203

Description

A pair of beautifully crafted cold painted Bronze bookends. Early 20th Century, depicting modelled and painted standing horses on an Onyx base and upstand.

The horses are stamped REAL VIENNA BRONZE. They are in excellent condition.

Created c1910.

Physical Dimensions

Height

10cm (3.94")

Width

14cm (5.51")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Date of Manufacture

Art Deco And More has dated these Bronze Horse Bookends to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1054769

Dealers Internal Ref

SA 241203

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Art Deco And More

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1 Summerfield
29 South Parade
Ilkley
West Yorkshire
LS29 9AW
United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectBookends
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArt Deco
MaterialBronze, Onyx
ColourGreen
MotifsEquestrian figures, Cold-painted finish, Natural stone plinth
SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Viennese cold-painted bronze refers to small bronze sculptures produced in Vienna, Austria, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterised by a specialised painting technique where paint is applied over a cold bronze surface rather than fired.

These pieces typically combine cast bronze figurines with heavy natural stone bases such as green onyx, marble, or slate to provide sufficient weight for supporting books.

Authentic pieces often feature hand-painted detailing with natural wear patterns, foundry marks or stamps, and heavy, genuine stone bases characteristic of late Victorian and Art Deco manufacturing methods.

They can be integrated into bookshelves, mantelpieces, or office desks to add texture, historical depth, and an equestrian motif to traditional or eclectic spaces.

Preserve these items by dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid chemical cleaners, water, or abrasive materials, which can damage the delicate cold-painted finish.