"Glory" Chariot Horse Pompeian Bronze Bookends

A spectacular bas-relief frieze... "Glory", made circa 1921 by the Pompeian Bronze Co, a pair of electroformed bronze-clad book ends, partial figural. Each bookend features a pair of gladiators on a chariot with four rearing horses, and a background of mountains and trees. Original polychrome paint in black, red/orange, green, and blue. Gorgeous patina consistent with age. Marked on the front: "P. Manfredi" (sculptor). On the back: "GLORY" and "Pompeian Bronze".

Rare ... "Glory", when found at all, is generally seen in the somewhat garish colors of sky blue background and orange gladiator clothing -- we think that the colors on this pair are just so much nicer! A great addition to your collection; theme, artistic design, colors, patina, and condition make this pair a real find.

Listed in a Library of Congress Copyright Office publication with the following entry: "Glory; by Peter Manfredi. Model of hook-end with relief showing warrior and charioteer in chariot drawn by four horses. © 1 c. Aug. 31, 1921"

No. 2247 in Kuritzky and De Costa, page 317, Rare: Rarity rating of 5 out of 5. Regarding Pompeian Bronze, the authors write: "They have over 30 copyrights for bookends and other art metal goods, the first of which is dated 1921, the last 1930. All copyrights are registered to Peter Maneredi" (sic)

SPECS: Each measures about 4.75" tall by 7.1" wide, and the base measures 5.4" by 2.7". The pair weigh in at 6 lbs 2 oz.

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CAREFULLY PACKED, DOUBLE BOXED, and ready to go; see the photos. Item is packed with silica gel desiccant pack(s) to prevent humidity damage in storage/transit. Note: Packing-photos show stages of packing this item; know that boxes are always full or slightly overstuffed with packing material to prevent any shifting or settling.

Additional Keywords: sports, games, ancient Rome, Roman Empire, Julius Caesar, Greek, Greece, classical, classic, military, warriors, competition, horse, man, men, male figure,