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Art Deco Pair of Chromed Figurative Bookends, French, C1930
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Art Deco Pair of Chromed Figurative Bookends, French, C1930

1920 - 1940
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Very stylish and rare matching pair of Art Deco bookends. These are a great find and in exceptional condition. Originating from France and dating to the 1930s both stand on marble bases and depict a young girl and boy in chromed spelter . Lovely detailing, particularly with the boy who is holding a art deco model car. Condition is very good to both the figures and the marble. Ideal accent pieces.

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Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Art Deco World has dated these Art Deco Chrome Bookends to the 1930s.

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SA964681
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Very stylish and rare matching pair of Art Deco bookends. These are a great find and in exceptional condition.
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Originating from France and dating to the 1930s both stand on marble bases and depict a young girl and boy in chromed spelter.
Art Deco World

. Lovely detailing, particularly with the boy who is holding a art deco model car. Condition is very good to both the figures and the marble. Ideal accent pieces.

FREE UK mainland delivery

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Art Deco World has dated these Art Deco Chrome Bookends to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA964681
Art Deco World
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A pair of French Art Deco chromed metal bookends featuring seated children reading, mounted on beige marble bases.
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Archive I A pair of French Art Deco chromed metal bookends featuring seated children reading, mounted on beige marble bases.

Art Deco Pair of Chromed Figurative Bookends, French, C1930

Archive II A pair of French Art Deco chromed metal bookends featuring seated children reading, mounted on beige marble bases. View II
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A pair of French Art Deco chromed metal bookends featuring seated children reading, mounted on beige marble bases.
Art Deco Pair of Chromed Figurative Bookends, French, C1930
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A pair of French Art Deco chromed metal bookends featuring seated children reading, mounted on beige marble bases.
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French Art Deco bookends from the 1930s feature stylized figures reflecting modern life, literature, or nature. They typically combine cast metal figures with geometric polished marble or onyx bases, embodying the streamlined aesthetic of the era.

Pieces from this period commonly utilised cast spelter or bronze finished with silver, chrome, or patinated coatings. These sculpted elements were securely mounted onto solid marble, alabaster, or onyx architectural blocks.

Authentic items display substantial weight due to solid marble bases and cast metal figures. Look for period-appropriate construction methods such as threaded rod fittings underneath the base, micro-chipping along marble edges, and gentle wear to the chrome plating.

Place them on a timber bookshelf, mantelpiece, or executive desk to frame a collection of books. The contrast between silver-toned metal and vein-patterned marble provides visual structure within contemporary or classic shelving arrangements.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth. Clean marble surfaces using a neutral stone cleaner, avoiding acidic substances, and buff chromed metal gently without using harsh abrasive polishes that could strip the original plating.
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