These bronze bookends, represent a copy of the Whaleman’s Statue in New Bedford, Massachusetts that was erected in 1913. The bookends were produced by the Jennings Brothers Foundry in Bridgeport Ct. That originally opened in 1890 and operated until the 1950’s. These bookends are likely over 100 years old (with proper patina) and I know this because they belonged to my grandmother and sat on her “library” table in her home all my life. Over 80 years ago. I acquired them from her and they are in excellent condition with no damage. HOWEVER, these copies had none of the detail of the originals and are a poor substitute for the originals. I’m downsizing and it’s time to sell things! This item is in the category “Collectibles\Metalware\Other Collectible Metalware”. The seller is “84300dt” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
JB JENNINGS BROTHERS BOOK ENDS ” A DEAD WHALE OR A STOVE BOAT “. Prices at the Post Office have gone up! Some areas actually look more Brass to me. There is a GREEN Color to these. 7″ tall x 5.25″ wide at base x 4.25 deep. Weighs approximately: 9 pounds 12 ounces. Condition: Front of Harpoon is broken off one; Harpoon missing off the other and front bent–so needs repair & parts. One of the Boats is loose and needs to be tightened. Some scratches in areas. Bronze or Brass needs polishing. Like all Antiques, may still need cleaning and/or servicing. Any defects not mentioned but visible in the pictures will be considered as “described”. PLEASE let me know if you need to get it sooner. Doing that is against U. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. The item “ANTIQUE BRONZE JB JENNINGS BROTHERS BOOK ENDS A DEAD WHALE OR A STOVE BOAT” is in sale since Tuesday, September 08, 2015. This item is in the category “Antiques\Decorative Arts\Metalware”. The seller is “siennastef” and is located in Sarasota, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.
