MARBOLEX Danesi PIERROT Clown Bookends Chalkware Plaster Art Deco CANADA Vtg

These sculptural pieces depict the iconic European Commedia dell'arte character, Pierrot (the sad clown), standing atop a stack of books. Key Features * Manufacturer: Danesi Arts, Toronto, Canada. * Trade Name: Marbolex (Danesi's line of cast compositions). * Subject: Pierrot (Clown/Mime) figure from Commedia dell'arte. * Material: Heavy chalkware / plaster composition. * Era: Vintage Mid-Century (Likely 1940s-1950s). * Style: Art Deco / Early Mid-Century Revival. * Color Palette: Muted peaches, creams, black, and reds on the figures, with realistic book detailing. * Collector Interest: Highly sought after by collectors of vintage bookends, theatrical memorabilia, and Canadiana décor. Condition This pair is in good vintage condition for chalkware of this age (approximately 70-80 years old). * Paint: The original hand-painted finish is largely intact, with vivid colors on the figures and books. * Flaws: As is typical with chalkware, there are minor, expected surface chips and paint flakes * Structure: No major cracks or structural damage; both figures are stable and secure on their book bases. ---------------------------------------- Danesi Arts (1937-1975) was a premier Canadian producer of fine plaster and pottery giftware. The "Marbolex" line represents their highest quality cast sculptures, making these bookends a unique piece of North American decorative history that captures the theatrical glamour of the Art Deco era.