Pair of Michael Graves Postmodern Maple Bookends With Ebonized Detail, 1990s

Description

RARE. A pair of wood Postmodern bookends by renowned architect Michael Graves (1934-2015) in maple with ebonized detailing at base. … more RARE. A pair of wood Postmodern bookends by renowned architect Michael Graves (1934-2015) in maple with ebonized detailing at base. Three-tier design in a glowing cherry finish. Semicircular brass base with original Michael Graves sticker. Velvet on bottom for protection of tabletops.

Rare. Comparables not found.

Provenance: Private collection. Purchased directly from Graves at his Princeton, NJ design studio. (Seller's relative was manager of Mr. Graves' shop. Verifiable.)

Period: Vintage 1990s (approx 1994).

Materials: Maple, brass.

Condition: Impeccable, original vintage condition. NO damage, repairs or restorations. Careful storage has preserved condition.

Dimensions: 7 1/4" w x 6 3/4" h x 4 1/2" d including brass base. 2" width at top. less