Art Deco Chinoiserie Antique Pagoda Bookends Cast Iron Asian Figure B&H Mark For Sale
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Art Deco Chinoiserie Antique Pagoda Bookends Cast Iron Asian Figure B&H Mark: $275.00
Antique Bradley & Hubbard Art Deco Chinoiserie Pagoda Bookends - Matching PairUp for sale or purchase is a magnificent, authentic matching pair of antique cast iron bookends manufactured by the prestigious **Bradley & Hubbard Manufacturing Company** of Meriden, Connecticut. Crafted during the height of the 1920s Art Deco \"Orientalism\" and Chinoiserie design trends, these bookends feature an incredibly detailed pagoda-style architectural structure. Nestled inside each pagoda is a beautifully sculpted, seated Asian scholar dressed in vibrant orange and blue garments. The bases are richly accented with molded floral/festoon detailing highlighted in red and blue cold-painted finishes over a gorgeous, aged burnished gold/bronze patina.Both bookends feature completely flat, clean backs designed to sit flush against your library collection. Stamped clearly into the lower metalwork is the authentic, historic Bradley & Hubbard **\"B&H\" intertwined monogram logo**, guaranteeing their status as original American art metalwork novelties, rather than modern reproductions. Overall Condition: Excellent/Pristine vintage condition. -Structurally perfect with no cracks, fractures, chips, or repairs to the cast iron.-Paint/Patina: Exceptional preservation of the original cold-painted enamel accents and gilded bronze/gold base finish. Very minimal, age-appropriate surface wear that beautifully highlights their historic character.Under-base: Clean and protected underneath where the original protective desk-felt has preserved the textured bottom.-Material: Heavy, solid cast iron-Design Period: Art Deco / Circa 1920s–1930s-Style: Chinoiserie / Asian Revival / Pagoda Style-Country of Origin: Made in USA (Meriden, CT)- Dimensions: 6 in. tall, 5 in. wide, 3 3/4 in. deep*These heavy-weight bookends are remarkably sturdy and perfectly weighted to hold up dense literature, novels, or displays on a library shelf, study desk, or fireplace mantel. Don\'t miss the chance to add this well-preserved piece of historic Americana to your antique metalware collection!*
