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Pair of Murano Glass Bookends by Luciano Gaspari for Salviati
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of heavy green and blue Murano glass book ends by maestro Luciano Gaspari, circa 1950.
Born in Venice in 1913. He studied at the Fine Arts Academy of Venice and Bologna, he was a pupil of Virgilio Guidi and Giorgio Morandi. He participated in a number of Biennales.
Luciano Gaspari is a painter who enters into symbiosis with glass production, studies the collections, scientifically verifies the techniques, establishes a deep relationship with great masters such as Alfredo Barbini , Luciano Vistosi , Paolo Martinuzzi, especially Livio Seguso and, later, Pino Signoretto.
Become the artistic director of Salviati in 1955, he plays the role with untiring commitment and rigor.
Characteristic of his approach is a total mastery and an innovative use of traditional techniques, the ability to look to the past to invent the future, but also to use novelties with courage and imagination, or to "force" common use by transforming, for example, simple bottles in sculptures.
He engages in serial productions, in "unique pieces", in sculptures, but also in objects such as plates (including absolutely extraordinary those presented at the '66 Biennale), vases, cups, bottles: in every creation the quality of colors, the balance between brightness, transparency, glows and shadows reveals the intense relationship between the painter's sensitivity and fantasy and a perfect understanding of the potential of glass.
1913. Born in Venice on March 22 in a family of decorators.
1931. After attending the Institute of Art, he made his debut at the collective exhibition of the Opera Bevilacqua La Masa.
1932. He receives the prize for the younger painter at the XVII Venice Biennale.
1933. Student of Virgilio Guidi at the Academy of Fine Arts.
1935. He follows Guidi in Bologna. Here he attends the course of engraving techniques held by Giorgio Morandi, with whom he will remain in correspondence for a long time.
1936. Participates in the Rome Quadriennale and the Venice Biennale.
1937. After completing his studies in Bologna, he returns to Venice.
1938. Participates in the Venice Biennale. 1940. Participates in the Venice Biennale; becomes assistant to Giuseppe...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Norman Bleckner Brass Bull Bookends Pair Of
Located in North Miami, FL
These pair of vintage polished Norman Bleckner brass bull bookends have the original label on the bottom. New black felt feet were replaced with the ol...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Brass
"Lincoln in the Chair" Bookends by Philadelphia Manufacturing Company
By Philadelphia Manufacturing Company
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of "Lincoln in the Chair" brass bookends, made by the Philadelphia Manufacturing Company. A polished brass Lincoln sits in a blackened brass chair. The gold manufacturer's lab...
Category
Mid-20th Century American USA Bookends
Materials
Brass
Vintage S Monogram Cast Glass Ice Cube Bookends by Blenko, Pair
By Blenko Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Handsome pair of heavy mid-century cast glass ice-cube shaped bookends by Blenko with scripted capital S monogram. Front and back are polished smooth and all four sides are textured....
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Glass
Original Set of Design Line Chrome Jax Jacks Sculpture Bookends by Bill Curry
By Bill Curry
Design Line
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful original pair of matching jax/jacks bookends made by Design Line and designed by Bill Curry. These date from the 1960's. Made of cast iron and have their original chrome fi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American USA Bookends
Materials
Chrome, Iron
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
Lucite / Acrylic Law Enameled Scales of Justice Book Ends
Located in Westport, CT
Lucite / acrylic black enameled scales of justice book ends, stainless steel return to fit books together as shown, nice for book display on shelving or ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Bradley
Hubbard Cast Iron Dante and Homer Bookends - a Pair
By Bradley
Hubbard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Bradley & Hubbard Cast Iron Dante and Homer Bookends - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 6.5" H x 6" W x 3" D.
Category
Early 20th Century Classical Roman USA Bookends
Materials
Iron
Vintage Italian Murano Glass Bird Bookends - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming pair of vintage art glass sculptures captures the refined elegance of mid-century Italian design. Crafted from thick, weighty glass in a stunning, deep cobalt blue hue,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Powerful Pair of Cast Iron Sitting Bull Bookends, Attributed to Griffoul Foundry
By Griffoul
Located in San Diego, CA
Powerful Pair of Cast Iron Sitting Bull Bookends, Attributed to Griffoul Foundry, circa 1917. This striking pair of vintage cast iron bookends pays homage to the iconic Lakota leader...
Category
Early 20th Century American USA Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of 1970s Red Airplane Bookends by Randall Schwartz for Moxie
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A captivating 1970s aviation-inspired set of bookend that brings playful nostalgic charm and mid-century modern flair to any interior. Designed by Randall Schwartz for Moxie Brand In...
Category
1970s Post-Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Copper and Pewter Bookends Signed Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These whimsical bookends depict two human figures running on human hamster wheels. The figures themselves are pewter, and the bookends are copper. Artist signed on both bookends.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Copper, Pewter
Midcentury American Modern Live Edge Trapezoidal Douglas Fir Bookends
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Striking sculptural douglas fir live edge bookends (circa 1970s USA). Solid 'blocks' of stained douglas fir have been sculpted into trapezoidal forms and finished to reveal soft, pol...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Wood
Chic Set of Tessellated Stone Mid-Century Modern Bookends and Candlestick
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Chic mid-century set of bookends and matching chunky candlestick beautifully made of tessellated stone. Makes a stylish accessory set.
Candlestick 9.25 h 4.5 round at top; 5.75 round...
Category
1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Stone
American Cast Iron Napoleon Doorstop Standing on a Step Back Plinth, Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
American cast iron Napoleon doorstop standing on a three-tiered step back squared plinth, Late 19th century.
Category
1870s American American Empire Antique USA Bookends
Materials
Iron
Bulldog Lovers Irresistible Pair of Antique Gilt Iron Doggie Bookends
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Irresistible pair of antique gilt iron bookends in the shape of bulldogs.
Category
1910s North American Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Jade Snow Wong Turquoise Enamel Bookends
By Jade Snow Wong
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Copper and brass enameled bookends by California artist, Jade Snow Wong c.1950s. The bookends feature a brass bottom and frame, with a copper enameled side in a striped turquoise pat...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Brass, Copper, Enamel
$1,400 / set
1950s Mid-Century Abstract Biomorphic Bookends
By Guido Gambone, Frederic Weinberg
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Light tan biomorphic forms with brown deeply incised abstract drawing throughout. Unknown Artist, no makers markings. These table sculptures embodies many artistic characteristics of...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
$796 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of American Victorian Bronze Book Bookends
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Victorian bronze open book design bookends (various marks: "NEEDHAM", "B. ZOPPO FOUNDRIES N.Y.", & "10.B") (priced as pair).
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique USA Bookends
Materials
Bronze
$2,500 / set
Rare Bookmatched Black Petrified Wood Polished Monolithic Bookends
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Good weight, bookmatched, felted on two edges. Measured while set together, which is 10 inch wide.
Category
1960s American Post-Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Petrified Wood
$595 Sale Price / set
24% Off
Set of Polished Brass Nautilus Shell Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
This Mid-Century Modernist pair of bookends offers abstracted sculptural renditions of the nautilus shell- a Classic inspiration in modern design (for everything from Vladimir Kagan chairs to Patek Phillipe watches...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Brass
Vintage Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Sculptures Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking pair of Chinese Guardian lions, also known as Food Dogs, beautifully rendered in a rich, deep oxblood red lacquered finish. The pair is finely detailed with traditional sty...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export USA Bookends
Materials
Resin
Pair of Small Bronze Bird Bookends
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very sweet pair of gilt bronze bird bookends on stepped up marble bases.
Category
20th Century Italian USA Bookends
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$950 / set
1960s Artic Ice Art Glass Sculpture Elephant Bookends Lars Hellsten Orrefors
By Lars Hellsten
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Playful sculptures/bookends. Heavy glass crystal at 8 lbs. Ea. Both pieces are signed and retain original decals. No chips.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Art Glass
$1,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Lion Plaster Cast Bookends by Alva
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a pair of museum quality plaster cast lion bookends by Alva.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Revival USA Bookends
Materials
Plaster
$240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Murano Salviati Glowing Uranium Art Glass Italian Bird Bookend Sculptures
By Salviati
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown uranium yellow with orange tails Italian art glass chirping birds bookend sculptures. They are documented to the Salviati Company. I have opened s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass
Pair 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Bronze Dore Andirons, Bookends
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair 19th century French Napoleon III period bronze dore Andirons ~ bookends depict two charming cherubs playing music! Originally the decorative portion of a pair of andirons, they're perfect for decorative accents or bookends. Each figure is holding a musical instrument, with one also having sheet music in his lap. Each is seated on lavishly designed Baroque lion...
Category
1870s French Napoleon III Antique USA Bookends
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Pair Brass Clam Shell Seashell Bookends
Located in New York, NY
Pair brass clam shell seashell bookends. Good condition. Thin felt and "Made In Korea" stickers on bottoms Ready to use.
Category
20th Century Korean Hollywood Regency USA Bookends
Materials
Brass
$225 / set
Pair of Antique Natural Hippopotamus Tooth Bookends, Mounted Sculptural Specimen
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Antique Natural Hippopotamus Tooth Bookends, Mounted Sculptural Specimen
A rare and striking pair of mounted natural hippopotamus tooth bookends, dating from the turn of the...
Category
Early 20th Century South African USA Bookends
Materials
Bone, Wood
Vintage French Wooden Bookends
Located in High Point, NC
These original bookends, originating from 20th-century France, showcase expert carving into smooth, L-shaped geometric figures. Accompanied by bottle-like wooden containers, they pro...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Wood
$450 / set
Brass Gazelle Bookends - Set of 2
Located in Fairfield, CA
A pair of vintage brass bookends in the shape of gazelles. Beautiful gold coloring to the brass. Nice larger size with dramatic horns. Made in Korea.
Category
Mid-20th Century Korean Hollywood Regency USA Bookends
Materials
Brass
$150 / set
Pair of Italian "Old World" Style Globe Bookends on Wood Bases
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic pair of Italian old world style globe bookends on wood "L" shaped bases in walnut, circa 1970s. The bookends are in very good vintage condition and measure 12.75"W x 4.5"D x ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Metal
Late 20th Century Monkey Head Bookend With Fez Hats- a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unconventional and humorous, these sculptural bookends feature detailed monkey heads wearing fez hats that double as candles. The bold headwear is decorated with kiss mark patterns, ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Art Deco USA Bookends
Materials
Metal
Pair of Japanese Bronze Bookends, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Japanese Bronze Bookends, circa 1880
Category
1880s Japanese Antique USA Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Verona Cast Iron Sailing Ship Bookends, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of cast iron bookends made by Verona Steel Casting Company, circa 1920. Galleon ships are cast with three masts at full sail, over rolling waves, all with a bronze finish. Mar...
Category
Early 20th Century American USA Bookends
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Philadelphia Manufacturing Co. Brass Horse Bookends c.1950
By Philadelphia Manufacturing Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A vintage pair of brass plated horse bookends with original felt and original PMC stickers.
CREATOR Philadelphia Manufacturing Company.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1950-19...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial USA Bookends
Materials
Brass
Pair Japanese Brass Duck Garden Sculptures/Bookends
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1203 Japan pair hand cast iron duck garden ornaments/bookends set on a base.
Category
1960s Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Iron
$475 Sale Price / set
36% Off
Vintage Groovy Mushroom Bookends
Located in Seattle, WA
Patina + character. Vintage condition as pictured, Listing is for described item only. Box H5
Dimensions. 4” W ; 1.50” D ; 5.50” H
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Wood
Pair of Vintage Art Deco Kneeling Nude Women or "Flapper Girl" Bookends
By Knut Jern
Located in San Diego, CA
A lovely pair of vintage art deco kneeling nude women bookends, circa 1930s. The bookends are made of cast bronze and the nude figures are often referred to as "flapper girls", with ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco USA Bookends
Materials
Bronze
MCM Glass Half Moon Glass Bookend Doorstop by Wayne Husted for Blenko
By Blenko Glass, Wayne Husted
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous solid clear glass half moon bookend doorstop designed by Wayne Husted for Blenko, circa 1960s. in very good vintage condition with no chips or scratches.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Glass
Vintage Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Wall Self or Corbel
Located in Seattle, WA
This could be used for a variety of purposes such as Book Ends, Corbels or wall shelving. Painted intricate wood design with beautiful Patina. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age a...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Glass Owl Bookends by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in San Diego, CA
Cool pair of MCM hand-blown glass owl bookends by Blenko, circa 1970s. The bookends are heavy and solid with a smooth back side a finish and a textural finish on the front. Very cool...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Mushroom Alabaster Bookends Sculptures
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
These substantial alabaster Mushroom sculptures were hand carved in Italy. This classic pair most certainly would accentuate your home on a bookcase, table, or desk. This pair is a f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Alabaster
Bronze
The Angelus Prayer at Harvest
Bookends, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Art Deco period bronze bookends depicting a scene from ‘The Angelus’, an oil painting by French painter Jean François Millet, completed between 1857 and 1859. The scene dep...
Category
1930s Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Boho Metal Lady Bookends - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of romantic, old-world charm to your library with this enchanting pair of vintage bookends. Each piece features a gracefully seated lady, her full, ruffled gown and bonne...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau USA Bookends
Materials
Metal
19th Century Pair of English Lion Figures
Located in High Point, NC
19th century pair of pottery figures of lions resting on English shields. They are sitting on molded bases which are beaded around the platforms. Wonderful color. No maker's mark.
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique USA Bookends
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Art Deco LV Aronson Elephant Head Cold Painted Bookends, 1922
By Louis Vincent Aronson
Located in Red Lion, PA
Rare 1922 Louis Vincent Aronson Art Deco Elephant Head Bookends – Sculptural Metal with Cold-Painted Details
This striking pair of Art Deco elephant head bookends by renowned design...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Italian Alabaster Egg Paperweight by Ducceschi
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic genuine alabaster egg paperweight, hand carved by Ducceschi in Italy, originating from Volterra, a town famous for its alabaster craftsmanship. Solid marbleized alabaster, ...
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of 20th Century French Bookends
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming pair of 20th-century French bookends brings a delightful touch of artistry and whimsy to any bookshelf. Each bookend features a finely cast bronze figure, one depicting...
Category
20th Century French USA Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Travertine Column Bookends Made in Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid travertine vintage column bookends, made in Italy
Category
20th Century Italian USA Bookends
Materials
Travertine
Pair of Cast Iron Bookends w/Camels, by Judd Co. ca. 1920
By Judd Co.
Located in Petaluma, CA
These highly detailed and colorful bookends were made by the Judd Co., one of the most respected makers of bookends in the U.S. They produced many beautiful...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Iron
Fish Bookends by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century era, pair of Blenko, thick glass fish bookends. Solid, handblown, with back side a smooth finish and front side a textural finish.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage USA Bookends
Materials
Glass
$450 / set
Pair of Vintage Copper Plate US Capitol Bookends
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of vintage American style copper plated metal United States Capitol dome bookends (PRICED AS PAIR)
Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Category
20th Century American Federal USA Bookends
Materials
Copper
19th Century English Chinoiserie Decorated Tray
Located in Dallas, TX
Very nice 19th century English Chinoiserie decorated paper mache tray. Lovely intricate design. A beautiful piece that makes a great accessory!
Category
19th Century English Antique USA Bookends
Materials
Paper
1980
s Pair of Brass Tennis Players Bookends
By Curtis Jeré
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical pair of solid brass tennis players bookends circa 1980's light patina great gift for a tennis lover.
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Brass
Pair of Bronze Clad American Eagle
John Kennedy JFK
Bookends
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in San Diego, CA
A striking pair of bronze clad American eagle bookends by Marion Bronze, circa 1960s. The eagles rest on a six star semi circle base with a red overlay and are in very good vintage c...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Vintage Brass Ibex Bookends
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of vintage brass ibex / Deer bookends. (PRICED AS PAIR)
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Brass
$400 / set
Sculptural Brass Elephant Bookends, 1970
s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Sculptural Brass Elephant Bookends, 1970's. Nice original patina.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Brass
$280 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Boho Sculptural Travertine Bookends - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your shelves and tabletops with organic elegance and a touch of bohemian flair with this captivating set of two Vintage Boho Sculptural Travertine Bookends. Crafted from natur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Travertine
1920s American Art Deco Ronson Cherub
Butterfly Patinated Bronze Bookend Pair
By Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Forney, TX
A fabulous pair of high-quality patinated bronze American Art Deco period bookends by Ronson Art Metal Works, circa mid-1920s, #7072, tilted "Cherub And Butterfly".
Created in the early 20th century, the beautifully detailed works depict sculptural high relief figures of classical winged cherub putti seated among leaves, each enchanting putti holding a closed book, while their raised hands grasp butterflies. The naturalistic base with floral vines and a frog on each, backing to large book form, detailed book bindings with elegantly aged dull gilt finish, and green felt covered bases.
Provenance / Acquisition:
A fine and magnificent private estate in Greenwich, Connecticut
Acquired from the reputable auction house Blackrock Galleries, Greenwich, Connecticut
Maker:
Ronson's Art Metal Works, founded by Louis V. Aronson (1869-1940) in the 1800s, was a leader and pioneer in the manufacture of fine decorative metalwares into the 1930s, producing a diverse selection of beautifully designed bookends, figural lighters, hood ornaments, figurines, lamps, and more.
Dimensions: (approx)
6.5" High, 4.5" Wide, 4.5" Deep (each)
History:
Louis Aronson while still a student in the mid 1880s, registered his first patent for the electroplating of metal. In 1886, he sold his patent, raising $5,000, to start the Art Metal Company in New York City. The following year, he moved the company to Newark, NJ and changed the name to Art Metal Works.
Ronson is best known for cigarette lighters, he invented the “safety match” in 1897, and the first mechanical cigarette lighter in 1910. But it was throughout the 1920s and 1930s, Ronson Art Metal Works became one of the most prolific and creative of all artistic bookend producers. In 1915, he copyrighted his first pair of bookends, and by 1936 had over 150 copyrighted bookends in his company catalog. By 1928 the company was traded on the American stock exchange...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco USA Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Sculptural Brass Jack / Jax Bookends in the Style of Bill Curry
By Bill Curry, Design Line
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of cast iron sculptural jack / jax bookends in the style of Bill Curry for Design Line, circa 1970s. The set is in good vintage condition with a fabulous patina and measu...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern USA Bookends
Materials
Iron
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