Pair of Sailing Ship Cast Iron Bookends Verona
Updated August 6, 2026
| Lot number | 188 |
| Estimate | 200.00 - 400.00 USD |
| Auction | Asian Antiques,Chinese Porcelain & Persian Rugs | No Reserve |
| Date | August 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM CDT |
| Auction house | Rivertown Antiques and Estate Services |
| Location | Houston, Texas |
A heavy and useful pair of sailing ship bookends that are riding the waves with all sails out. The iron bookends are heavy and deeply cast with a dark patina highlighted by gilding. They have old worn green felts on the bases. The word VERONA is molded into the back of both bookends. MEASUREMENTS Taller ship - 4 ¾" wide x 2" deep x 5 ¼" tall. Shorter ship - 4 ¾" wide x 2" deep x 4 ¾" tall. Total weight 4 lbs 1.8 oz (1875 g) CONDITION The one bookend has lost both of its pennants on the masts. Both show patina loss in spots from age and use. A heavy pair of old bookends to hold those books up in your library. They have a nice, aged look. Period: 1920s Origin: United States Materials: Cast Iron Dimensions: 4.75"W × 2"D × 5.25"H
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