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Pair of Antique Mounted Horse Rider Bookends, English, Book Rests, Victorian
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Pair of Antique Mounted Horse Rider Bookends, English, Book Rests, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a pair of antique mounted horse rider bookends. An English, polished bronze and cast iron figural book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

Fascinating horse and rider figures, ready to serve upon your bookshelf or mantle

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Quality bronze with a bright golden tonality, cast into superb form

Cast iron bases with tiered demi-lune finish, showing gentle weathering

Represents two riders in military dress - one appears to be infantry, and the other an officer

Each horse shows tack and reins, saddle detail and the infantryman's sword

Later lead weight applied to the base, with scope for use as distinctive door stops

Good weight in the hand at 3.388kg and 3.190kg respectively (7.469 lb, 7.03 lb)

This is a charming pair of mounted rider bookends, with a bright appearance and reassuring weight. A treat for the shelves, or put to use as delightful country house door keepers. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 20cm (7.75'')

Max Depth: 5.5cm (2.25'')

Max Height: 26cm (10.25'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Brass Horse Bookends to the Victorian era.

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SA1217603
Dealers Internal Reference
26084
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This is a pair of antique mounted horse rider bookends.
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An English, polished bronze and cast iron figural book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.
London Fine Antiques

Fascinating horse and rider figures, ready to serve upon your bookshelf or mantle

fig 1. A pair of Victorian brass bookends featuring mounted cavalry riders set on stepped black bases.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Mounted Horse Rider Bookends, English, Book Rests, Victorian

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Quality bronze with a bright golden tonality, cast into superb form

Cast iron bases with tiered demi-lune finish, showing gentle weathering

fig 2. A pair of Victorian brass bookends featuring mounted cavalry riders set on stepped black bases.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Mounted Horse Rider Bookends, English, Book Rests, Victorian

Represents two riders in military dress - one appears to be infantry, and the other an officer

Each horse shows tack and reins, saddle detail and the infantryman's sword

Later lead weight applied to the base, with scope for use as distinctive door stops

fig 3. A pair of Victorian brass bookends featuring mounted cavalry riders set on stepped black bases.
fig 3. Pair of Antique Mounted Horse Rider Bookends, English, Book Rests, Victorian

Good weight in the hand at 3.388kg and 3.190kg respectively (7.469 lb, 7.03 lb)

This is a charming pair of mounted rider bookends, with a bright appearance and reassuring weight. A treat for the shelves, or put to use as delightful country house door keepers. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 20cm (7.75'')

Max Depth: 5.5cm (2.25'')

Max Height: 26cm (10.25'')

Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Brass Horse Bookends to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217603
Dealers Internal Ref
26084
London Fine Antiques
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A pair of Victorian brass bookends featuring mounted cavalry riders set on stepped black bases.
Pair of Antique Mounted Horse Rider Bookends, English, Book Rests, Victorian
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A pair of Victorian brass bookends featuring mounted cavalry riders set on stepped black bases.
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Victorian military equestrian decor features cast metal depictions of soldiers, cavalry officers, and horses, reflecting 19th-century British imperial interest in equestrian sports and regiments.

Victorian metal bookends were primarily constructed from solid brass, bronze, or cast iron, often mounted onto weighted wooden or ebonised metal bases to provide sufficient stability.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit natural surface oxidisation, hand-finished casting seams, sharp molded details in the uniform or tack, and heavy weighted bases designed for practical use.

Position equestrian bookends on open shelving, a mantelpiece, or an executive desk to secure hardback books while introducing metallic texture and historic structure.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical polishes that can strip natural patina or dissolve the paint on ebonised bases.
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