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SOLD | Born In A Duck Yard | Brass Swan Bookends

December 21, 2012
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“Being born in a duck yard does not matter, if only you are hatched from a swan’s egg.” – Hans Christian Anderson This pair of brass swan bookends are from the luxe MGM Grand Hotel. 6 1/2 in tall x 4 in deep x 3 1/2 in wide $129 Email us here or call us today [...]

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Foo Fighters – Marble Foo Dog Bookends

July 11, 2012
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Dynamic Duo Foo Dogs (or Lion Dogs in the West) are always depicted in pairs. They are common decorative figures that are believed to protect and watch over whatever structure they are placed in front of. They have traditionally protected Imperial palaces and temples. In modern times, you’ll find this dynamic duo perched in front [...]

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Nature Vs Nurture

June 14, 2012
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Intellectual Fervor Mother’s Day shopping has always been a piece of cake. Your mom always knows to expect another bottle of White Diamonds and a bouquet of peonies. Father’s Day, however, continues to make you feel panicky. Calm down, Casa Victoria is here to help. Unlike most fathers, yours has never picked up a golf [...]

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Loyal Friend

May 31, 2012
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Until the End You never thought you would be one of “those people” who show pictures of their dog at cocktail parties. You even have to carry a mini lint roller in your purse  at all times because you are bound to have dog hair somewhere. Still, you love your loyal Spaniel, and she loves [...]

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Got Grapes?

March 17, 2012
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What’re You Reading Gilbert Grape? Nothing in the world compares to the feeling you get when you curl up in your comfy lounge chair, pour a glass of Shiraz, and read Biographies of political figures that have led scandalous lives. Your love of a good grape is almost as great as your love for a [...]

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Teddy, Bear With Me

February 26, 2012
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Bears, Oh My She already has a passion for reading. Before she was tall enough to ride the roller coaster at Disneyland, she was reading every thing she could get her hands on, even street signs. You want to encourage her to always be a book collector, so that she may lose herself in the [...]

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Cannons Away

February 20, 2012
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History Buff Spanish cannon were first used by the Moors in the 13th century. Ironically, the first artillery masters weren’t employed  in Spain until the Christian Kings of Spain came to power. Cannons were used aboard Spanish galleons and in forts in the the Americas. These vintage cannon bookends were handcrafted in Spain. The wooden cannons [...]

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Vintage Spin to Cliché Gift Giving

November 25, 2011
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  This holiday season give your finicky friends and family unique, environmentally friendly gifts to go along with the gifts they want most. Casa Victoria has a variety of gift giving options that add a vintage touch to traditional gifting. Casa Victoria has vintage jewelry boxes, globes, book ends, candle sticks and an endless supply of brassy [...]

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Scottie Bookends

November 22, 2011
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Undying Loyalty Scottish Terriers were an especially popular breed of dog to own when Monopoly was first created in the 1930s. Thus, the reason the Scottie is featured as a token in the classic board game. It remains one of the most favorite tokens for players today. This pair of Scottish Terriers have a mischievous [...]

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Hummingbird Bookends

November 11, 2011
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Nectar, anyone? Hummingbirds are celebrated throughout history for their vim an vigor and their propensity to do work at a fast rate. What a great reminder to slow down and read a soothing novel at the end of a busy day. Even hummingbirds have to rest and enjoy a sweet treat (nectar, anyone?) from time [...]

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