Large Maitland Smith Egyptian Revival Tessellated Stone & Brass Sphinx Bust / Bookend

Description

This beautiful work of art, bookend or ornament can be used in any number of ways to create a dramatic … more This beautiful work of art, bookend or ornament can be used in any number of ways to create a dramatic impact in any room. This is a rare tessellated multicolored stone piece with brass embellishments by the famous design company Maitland Smith. Each piece of hand veneered stone is set between fine brass wires. A lot of work. Faux tortoise shell effect finish.
Retains faded Maitland Smith label on underside.
Condition is excellent.
Age Mid 20th Century.
Listed by East2West Furniture, Florida.
11" high x 7 1/4" x 7".
5.8 pounds. less