{"product_id":"swallow-bird-vintage-bookend-french-art-deco-c-1920-bronze-on-marble-base","title":"Swallow bird vintage bookend French Art Deco c 1920, bronze on marble base","description":"An elegant sculpted bronze bookend from the Art Deco period. Made for the French market, this is rare artistic sculptural form which also works as a functional object, placed at the end of a bookshelf.  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e The bronze swallow on its rock is mounted on a marble base to add weight and stability. The bird faces the books when in use. Very decorative embellishments to add life and practicality to your bookcase, in addition to a variety of interior décor styles - bohemian, art deco, mid-century, or tropical. Perfect for arranging books, or as a single standing sculpture. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e 15cm high (to top of bird's head) x 17cm deep x 7cm wide. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Condition is good. There are a few small scratches to the bronze and a small chip on the edge of the marble base near the bird's tail but nothing to detract from the overall enjoyment of the piece - see photos for condition. No cracks or large chips, good color and patina on the bronze (please note that I have cleaned but not polished the bronze so the metal could probably be brought up to a higher shine if desired - because the patina of time cannot be replaced if removed, I prefer to leave this to the buyer's preference).  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e The stylized bird is slightly geometrical shape of the marble base would seem to place this piece firmly in the Art Deco period, from the 1920s.  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e A lovely vintage object, beautiful to look at but also a useful item for organizing your bookshelf! \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Feel free to ask any questions :) \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e __________________________ \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Notes on shipping -  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e SHIPPING VIA MONDIAL RELAY to a relay point of your choosing within Metropolitan France. If you would like door-to-door shipping, please upgrade your delivery options to La Poste Chronopost. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e I will always refund shipping overages. Etsy shipping charges are not always accurate to every destination - please enquire if you would like an exact quote for fully insured shipping to your destination.  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e I am very happy to combine shipping so please get in touch if you like multiple items in my store. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e I always shop around to ensure the best possible packaging and shipping solution for you. Rest assured I will be using all my skills as a former art gallery owner to ensure that this treasure makes its way safely to your home. I have shipped literally hundreds of fragile items to every continent over the past 20 years. Your shipment will be fully insured against loss and damage in transit so you can buy with confidence.","brand":"Brocanteuse Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53107633619287,"sku":"KB0012","price":119.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/2081\/1095\/files\/il_fullxfull.7834139610_qakx_0f23e48a-4c2f-4fc7-af20-f0eb2dcd1828.jpg?v=1777651444","url":"https:\/\/brocanteuse-vintage.com\/products\/swallow-bird-vintage-bookend-french-art-deco-c-1920-bronze-on-marble-base","provider":"Brocanteuse Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}