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Pair of Bronze on Marble Greek Olympian Male Figure Bookends

About the Item

What is better than a pair of two strong Greek athletes in sculpted in bronze on marble bases supporting your books ?
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Classical Greek (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Bases and figures in fine condition .
  • Seller Location:
    Ferndale, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU848216259721

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