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Antique Early 20th Century Dante Armor Bronze Company Library Bust Bookend
Item Overview
An exceptional antique early 20th century single portrait bust depicting the iconic Italian poet, Dante. This heavy, beautifully detailed piece functions perfectly as a single statement bookend, desk weight, or library display statue.
Manufacturer and Era
Produced in the early 20th century, this piece bears the characteristic shield and circle foundry mark of the Armor Bronze Company. The company specialized in high quality electroformed art metalware during this period, creating highly collectible literary and historical decorative pieces.
Design and Condition
Dante is shown in his traditional historical attire, complete with his signature laurel wreath hood and cowled collar. The piece features a rich, dark multi toned patinated finish. It shows wonderful authentic age related surface wear and subtle highlights that enhance the fine sculptural details.
Details
Subject: Dante
Manufacturer: Armor Bronze Company
Period: Early 20th Century
Function: Single Bookend or Desk Statue
