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Vintage Arthur Andersen & Co. architectural double-door bookends attributed to A. C. Rehberger & Co. of Chicago.
This unusual matched pair reproduces the distinctive paneled double doors associated with the historic Arthur Andersen accounting firm. The "Arthur Andersen & Co." name appears across the center of each set of doors.
The pieces are attributed to A. C. Rehberger & Co., Chicago, a noted manufacturer of cast-metal bookends, desk accessories, architectural models and custom corporate presentation pieces. Rehberger was especially well known for producing substantial cast-metal items with bronze- or brass-tone finishes for businesses and institutions.
Details:
- Matched pair of Arthur Andersen & Co. bookends
- Architectural double-door design
- Arthur Andersen & Co. name across the door panels
- Attributed to A. C. Rehberger & Co., Chicago
- Heavy cast-metal construction
- Bronze / copper-tone finish
- Freestanding weighted bases
- Corporate / accounting firm memorabilia
The double doors became one of Arthur Andersen's most recognizable corporate symbols and were used to represent consistency and continuity among the firm's offices. These miniature architectural bookends appear to have been specially produced as Arthur Andersen corporate pieces rather than as generic decorative bookends.
Condition: Good vintage condition with expected surface wear, scattered finish loss, dark spotting, small marks and scratches from age and use. The finish has not been polished or refinished. Please examine all photographs carefully for exact condition.
A scarce and distinctive piece of Arthur Andersen history combining collectible corporate memorabilia with the work of noted Chicago cast-metal manufacturer A. C. Rehberger & Co.
Sold as the matched pair shown.
