A pair of hand-carved hardwood? bookends of stylised avian form, each depicting an owl perched atop a rectangular plinth. The figures are rendered with smooth, polished contours and minimalist detailing, featuring broad curves to the body and shallow incised lines to indicate wing plumage. The heads feature simplified tufted ears and broad facial disks, characteristic of the Art Deco aesthetic. The integrated bases are decorated with a carved grid pattern to the front and side faces, suggestive of architectural blocks or stylised stonework. The wood exhibits a rich, natural grain with a deep brown finish, showing some natural variation in tone between the two pieces.
Height: 25.4 cm
Width: 10.5 cm
Depth: 11.5 cm.
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