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This exceptional 4-piece vintage brass bookend set was handcrafted in 1967 by the Terra Sancta Guild, a mid-20th-century workshop known for symbolic, spiritual, and ecclesiastical metalwork.
The set consists of: •Two (2) “Peace” bookends •One (1) “Hope” bookend •One (1) “Love” bookend
Each piece features a bold cut-out brass design where word and symbol merge into a single architectural form. The front panels are framed with subtle polychrome enamel-style detailing, while the reverse shows the original hammered brass texture stamped:
© Terra Sancta Guild 1967
Felt-lined bases (burgundy, navy, and green tones) protect shelving and confirm originality. Together, the four pieces form a cohesive visual and philosophical set rooted in mid-century spiritual modernism.
This is a scarcer configuration, as most surviving examples appear as pairs or trios. The inclusion of two matching “Peace” bookends makes this set especially appealing for symmetrical shelving or altar-style display.
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Historical Context
The Terra Sancta Guild produced religious and inspirational decorative objects during the 1950s–1960s, often sold through church bookstores, pilgrimage shops, and specialty gift retailers. Pieces dated 1967 align with a period of renewed symbolic language in sacred art, blending modernist geometry with timeless virtues.
Sets combining Hope, Peace, and Love reflect both Christian theological virtues and the broader cultural ethos of the late 1960s.
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Condition
Very Good Vintage Condition. They have been bagged since purchase. •Solid brass construction •Clear lettering and symbolic cut-outs •Original felt bases present •Light surface patina and wear consistent with age (adds authenticity)
No repairs. No reproductions. No modern replacements.
