This is an antique fireside companion
Also an accomplished device for pressing flowers
An array of coloured diamonds with a broad white outline create a centrepiece panel
Raised on stout cabriole front legs with carved knees
lined with silk cotton over dark blue velour
Pair Of Antique Decorative Bookends, Chinese, Onyx, Book Rest, Victorian, C.1900 Gieves Ltd This is an antique firesideOur Stock # 18. 8421 This is a pair of antique decorative bookends. A Chinese, onyx book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Charming Oriental craftsmanship in delightful book form Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Onyx shows appealing vein detail and with a cool, tactile feel Dressed with protective leather pads to the base Ideal for the mantlepiece or upon display shelves Weighing a reassuring 1. 78kg and 1. 69kg