Lot 82
Roosevelt, Franklin. Pair of heavy bronze bookends used in President Roosevelt's White House study and mellowed to a nice chestnut tone. They depict two grazing, saddled horses, engraved "F.D.R." on the front of each base. Each is approximately 4 inches in height and 4 inches long. After the death of the President on April 12, 1945, Mrs. Roosevelt allowed a few members of the White House staff to choose from his personal effects. These bronze bookends were among the mementoes chosen by White House seamstress Lillian Rogers Parks. Accompanied by a historical letter of provenance from Mrs. Parks, typed on stationery imprinted with the Presidential Seal and "The White House / Washington," and dated July 14, 1982.
Estimated Value $1,700 - 2,000.
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| Realized $1,898 |
