Vintage Brass Expandable Book Rack Victorian Revival Figural Scholar Bookends

Description

Each decorative end features an intricately detailed figure surrounded by bookshelves and ornate openwork. The warm brass-toned finish, architectural details, and exotic-inspired imagery create a distinctive Victorian Revival appearance.

Three parallel metal rods connect the two decorative ends, allowing the rack to expand from 12.5 inches to 22 inches to accommodate a growing collection of books.

A wonderful functional and decorative accessory for a home library, study, office, or traditional living room. Perfect for displaying a collection of antique books or adding vintage character to a bookshelf or desktop.

Measurements:

  • Closed length: 12.5"
  • Fully extended length: 22"
  • Decorative ends: 5" tall × 6.5" wide
  • Material: Brass or brass-finished metal; exact composition unverified.
  • Estimated age: Early to mid-20th century.
  • Style: Victorian Revival / Orientalist.

    Good vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with use.

    The brass-toned surfaces display natural patina, tarnishing, darker areas in the recessed details, surface scratches, and minor discoloration. The decorative figures, books, and ornate openwork retain attractive definition.

    The three connecting rods are present, and no obvious major breaks are visible in the photographs. The rack is shown in both its compact and extended configurations.

    Please review all photographs for details of the finish and condition.

  • Condition:
    Used
  • Condition Notes:
    Good vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with use. The brass-toned surfaces display natural patina, tarnishing, darker areas in the recessed details, surface scratches, and minor discoloration. The decorative figures, books, and ornate openwork retain attractive definition. The three connecting rods are present, and no obvious major breaks are visible in the photographs. The rack is shown in both its compact and extended configurations. Please review all photographs for details of the finish and condition.

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    Weight:  5 lbs.
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