$60 · Bookends -Olde World Globe with Armillary Sphere, Italy

Armillary Olde World Globe Bookends. This set of vintage bookends depicts a 3D compass in the shape of a globe with various mermaids and creatures of the sea. Makers mark, Italy on bottom of bookends. The globes spin and have graduated circles, one of the larger circle represents the signs of the zodiac, the bookends themselves are made of solid wood with felt non-scratch bottoms. This bookend set is in excellent vintage condition with very little wear, no damage and both globes spin with ease. With the use of the brass, wood, depictions, and Olde World colors, these make quite a nice display. 6.5ʺH × 4ʺ × 6ʺ