$50.00
Vintage ca. 190s – 1920s single borzoi dog bookend manufactured by the Art Metal Works, a company founded in Newark, NJ, by L. V. Aronson (1869 – 1940), inventor of the Ronson cigarette lighter–see history below. The bookend base has a bronze-color finish; the dog has a brass finish; he’s seated on his haunches, peers over the top of the bookend. Felt-lined bottom. Really nicely detailed with great patina. Great for bookshelf styling.
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APPROX. DIMENSIONS & CONDITION:
6″ tall to top of dog’s head x 4 1/8″ wide x 3.25″ deep. Good used antique condition; wear consistent with age, including a hairline crack on the left paw, color variations and some peeling of the finish at the right angle–priced accordingly. See photos.
HISTORY (from online sources): Founded in 1898, by the 1910s, the company was producing a variety of high-quality lamps, bookends, art statues, ink wells, hood ornaments, and other decorative items, prized today for their detail in the collector marketplace. The Ronson lighter side of the company is now owned by Zippo.
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A WORD ABOUT VINTAGE: Our inventory consists of vintage or antique items which are more than 20 years old, usually used or pre-owned, unless marked “new old stock.” As such, there may be signs of wear and age, which we will disclose to the best of our ability. Nevertheless, we encourage you to carefully read the description and view the photos, especially when purchasing a gift. All items ship with tracking and insurance, and although we do not accept returns, we will offer a refund in case of breakage or damage during transit, upon receipt of sufficient proof.
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I purchased two items from this shop. They arrived surprisingly quickly, and it was evident that extreme care was taken to ensure they arrived safely. I greatly appreciate the attention and extra care when packaging up the items. How sad it would be to purchase an antique that has survived multiple generations, only to be destroyed by USPS! Thank you so much for a wonderful shopping experience!
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I purchased two items from this shop. They arrived surprisingly quickly, and it was evident that extreme care was taken to ensure they arrived safely. I greatly appreciate the attention and extra care when packaging up the items. How sad it would be to purchase an antique that has survived multiple generations, only to be destroyed by USPS! Thank you so much for a wonderful shopping experience!