Ninth Century Bookends

Ninth Century Pattern Bookends

Description

A matched pair of Tiffany Studios gilt-bronze bookends in the Ninth Century Pattern. This pattern is distinguished by its square and rectanlinear shapes that include deep intaglio designs of bushy-tailed animals resembling squirrels.  Blue and green cabachons are embedded into the border design. The domed profile distinguishes these bookends from other Tiffany Studios bookends.  Stamped: TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/1617. Height: 6". Width: 5".

Price: Inquire at info@teamantiques.com, or call (914) 686-8147.

References

Holland, William.  Tiffany Desk Sets. Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.,PA. 2008. p.180, fig. 14-18.

Kemeny, George & Miller, Donald. Tiffany Desk Treasures: A Collectors Guide. Hudson Hills Press, NY. 2001. p. 56.