| Brand | Chicago Hardware Foundry Co. |
|---|---|
| Finish | Bronze |
| Signed | No |
| Subject | Monkey |
| Type | Bookends |
| Theme | Animals & Dinosaurs, Art, Novelty, Periods & Styles |
| Features | Textured, Raised Relief |
| Time Period Manufactured | 1920-1949 |
| Material | Cast Iron |
| Size | Small |
| Style | Aesthetic Movement |
| Era | Early 20th Century (1911-1940) |
| Department | Adults |
| Color | Brown |
| Original/Reproduction | Original |
| Handmade | No |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Check the listing for details. Antique Chicago Hardware Foundry Co Cast Iron Monkey Reading Bookends Pair. Color: Brown, Condition: Used, Made in United States. Listed at 166.25 USD. Antique cast iron monkey bookends produced by the Chicago Hardware Foundry Co. (C.H.F. Co.). These heavy, bronze-finished figures depict monkeys seated and intently reading books, capturing a charming 'Darwin's Theory' or 'Monkey Business' aesthetic. The bases are marked with 'PAT APPLD FOR' and 'CHI HARDWARE FDY CO'. Each piece shows a rich, aged patina with minor oxidation consistent with their antique status, making them a perfect addition to a library, study, or eclectic home decor collection.