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Astrolite Lucite Faceted Bookends by Ritts Co. of Los

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Pompeian Bronze Co. Antique Bookends: Pompeiian Bronze Co. 1925 Matched Pair of Bronze with Patination, Art Nouveau/Neoclassical Fusion Bookends Depicting "Meditation". 5.5" tall, 4" wide, and 2" deep.

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E.F. Caldwell & Co - Bronze / Velvet Bookends: E.F. Caldwell & Co - Bronze / Velvet Bookends -This is a pair of bookends by E.F Caldwell of New York. Gilt Bronze mounted over red velvet depicting a family crest or coat of arms. Measuring 6" tall x

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Mid-century modern "Astrolite" lucite bookends by the Ritts Company of Los Angeles. This pair have clever faceted edges that magnificently catch and bend ambient light and colors from book covers. The Ritts Company was owned by Herbert and Shirley Ritts, parents of famed photographer Herb Ritts.; In excellent vintage condition with very few visible marks. Stickers have been removed but are undoubtedly from the Astrolite line.; 2.75" x 4" x 5.75" each

Reserve: $200.00

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