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Bookends116 of 253Two Girls as Victorian BookendsPakistan Onyx Bookends solid construction well made and made in Italy.
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    Posted 9 years ago

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    mssue64
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    I'm not sure but I believe this is an Asian set of bookends,I'm not sure of what they are made of look like marble but ot's not,hope someone can tell me what they are and the material.

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    1. wexval, 9 years ago
      From your photos, it appears to be a nicely veined soapstone, the softest of minerals and the choice for much Chinese carving in the last century. It's not possible to date without provenance. Bookends were popular, but the design of yours is unique in my experience. You can test for soapstone with a strong needle on the base with a tiny scratch easily made. A little olive oil on a soft cloth may restore some color and hide the chips on the edges.
    2. mssue64, 9 years ago
      Thanks so much wexval!!!!!!!!

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