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Vintage George Washington Cast Iron Bookends by Judd & Co., circa 1920

Sale price$325.00

Offered is a pair of vintage George Washington bust bookends. The pair feature the likeness of Washington with detailed facial features and formal attire. The busts are bordered with decorative columns and the bookends have a decorative base, with a raised-relief liberty shield at center. The cast iron bookends were made in the 1920s by Judd & Co. 

The Washington bust is modeled after painting by Gilbert Stuart, the famous “Athanaeum” bust portrait from 1796. Washington is depicted in a head and shoulders pose. He wears a dark coat and vest and a white shirt and ruffled cravat. 

Judd & Company, later known as Judd Manufacturing, was a Connecticut-based company that began as a blacksmith foundry during the Revolutionary War. While initially focused on harness manufacturing, the company evolved to produce decorative metalworks for the household in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Their products ranged from penny banks, doorstops, door-knockers, inkwells, sculptures and, most popularly, bookends. The company was purchased by Stanley Works in 1954.

This bookend set retains its bright bronze coloring. They are heavyweight enough to hold up even large sets of books on a shelf. 

CONDITION:

Overall good condition, especially considering age and use. Cast iron, with bronze coloring. Some light nicks and scuffs, as to be expected.

Dimensions: 5 1/2" H x 6 1/4" W x 2 1/4" D each.

Accompanied by our company's letter of authenticity.

Pickup available at Colorado

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Vintage George Washington Cast Iron Bookends by Judd & Co., circa 1920 - The Great Republic

Vintage George Washington Cast Iron Bookends by Judd & Co., circa 1920

Colorado

Pickup available, usually ready in 4 hours

1 Lake Avenue
Colorado Springs CO 80906
United States

7194716157
Vintage George Washington Cast Iron Bookends by Judd & Co., circa 1920 - The Great Republic
Vintage George Washington Cast Iron Bookends by Judd & Co., circa 1920 Sale price$325.00

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