{"product_id":"antique-ronson-kathodian-bronze-works-cherub-bookends-art-deco-c-1920s","title":"Antique Ronson \/ Kathodian Bronze Works Cherub Bookends – Art Deco c. 1920s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Ronson \/ Kathodian Bronze Works Cherub Bookends – Art Deco c. 1920s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a beautiful pair of antique patinated metal bookends attributed to Ronson Art \/ Kathodian Bronze Works (KBW), dating to the 1920s Art Deco era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach bookend features a nude cherub (putti) intently opening a large book, a classic allegorical design associated with Louis V. Aronson, founder of Ronson. The figures are finely detailed, capturing movement and expression typical of early 20th-century decorative bronze work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese bookends are crafted from white metal with a bronze patinated finish and have a substantial, heavy feel, weighing approximately 3.5 lbs per piece—excellent for supporting large or antique books.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition consistent with age. There is light rusting and surface distressing to the bronze patina, adding to their authentic vintage character. No major damage or repairs noted. Please review photos closely for surface wear and patina variations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker: Ronson \/ Kathodian Bronze Works (KBW), attributed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner: Louis V. Aronson (associated)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra: 1920s, Art Deco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Patinated white metal (bronze finish)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: Approx. 3.5 lbs each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject: Cherubs \/ Putti reading a book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful collector’s piece, ideal for Art Deco interiors, libraries, offices, or vintage décor displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Timeless Treasures Hub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51865154847042,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/6569\/1970\/files\/C2B3D261-B02F-4C3F-89F0-554DF655CB63.jpg?v=1769019897","url":"https:\/\/timelesstreasureshub.com\/products\/antique-ronson-kathodian-bronze-works-cherub-bookends-art-deco-c-1920s","provider":"Timeless Treasures Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}