Description: Pair of vintage bookends, from circa 1930's, attributed to J.B. Hirsh, and designed by John Ruhl, well known American sculptor - the collectors recognize him for his bookends designed and manufactured between cc 1900 - 1940.The bookends represent the lighthouse keeper with the lantern; the face is made of ivory colored resin, probably celluloid, and the cast metal body that has a painted bronze patina look; the keeper stands on a black painted metal base.The book ends are in an excellent vintage condition, no damages; black metal painting on the base has very slight wearing on the edge.The figures are bout 8.5" tall, and the base adds about additional 3/4"; the base dimensions are about 3/4" x 5" x 3 1/4".Heavy, each bookend is almost 2 lbs.
Price: 295 USD
Location: West Bloomfield, Michigan
End Time: 2024-12-24T19:50:56.000Z
Shipping Cost: 25 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Type: Bookends
Year Manufactured: 1930
Brand: Hirsch
Material: Metal
Subject: Lighthouse Keeper
