Beautiful antique figural bookends depicting Dante and Beatrice, inspired by the legendary literary romance from The Divine Comedy. This heavy cast metal pair features detailed sculptural busts with a warm bronze-tone painted finish and elegant Art Nouveau styling. The bookends have a wonderful aged character with natural wear and areas of paint peeling consistent with age, adding authentic antique charm and patina. Their substantial weight and detailed craftsmanship make them both decorative and functional for a library, study, or sophisticated interior. A striking literary and romantic décor piece ideal for collectors of antique bookends, Gothic Revival, and early 20th-century decorative arts. Dimensions: 6.7" tall 5.5" wide 3" deep Condition: Good antique condition consistent with age and use. Heavy solid construction with attractive aged patina.

Good antique condition consistent with age and use. Heavy solid construction with attractive aged patina. There is visible paint peeling and surface wear throughout, which contributes to the authentic antique character and presentation.

Circa 1930s

5.5" x3" x 6.7"