(7) Desk Items: Bronze Stag, Gilt Bookends, Leaf Dishes & Balance Scale

Lot description

(lot of 7) Collection of tableware and desk accessories, including: (3) gilt-brass leaf-form dishes, attributed to Virginia Metalcrafters, each with ruffled edge, two with partially-obliterated maker's marks underfoot, approx 5.25"l, 4.5"w; (pair) Italian parcel-gilt and cream-painted bookends, with incised foliate scrollwork, retaining adhesive importer's label underfoot, approx 7"h, 5.5"w, 4.25"d; (1) patinated bronze sculpture, Seated Stag, on integral black marble base, overall: approx 5"h, 6.25"w, 3.5"d; (1) brass balance scale, rising on mahogany base with single drawer, overall: approx 14.5"h, 10.5"w, 5.25"d; 9.25lbs total Provenance: From the personal collection of retired Austin antiques dealers