Designer Jaru California Ceramic Traditional Foo Dogs Sculptural Bookends 1974

Measurements: 8"T x 5"W x 6"D (20.32cm x 12.7cm x 15.24cm)

Markings: Carved: Jaru Copyright 316 - 74  Jaru Stickers on bottoms

Weight: 5 lbs.

Fantastic restored ceramic sculptural set of Foo Dog bookends from Jaru USA. They are in mint condition, no cracks, crazing, damage or repairs and have been repainted in a glossy deep Royal Blue. Original stickers attached.

Jaru Art Products was started in 1950 by Jack and Ruth Hirsh in Culver City, Calif. The name is a combination of the first two letters of their first names (Ja and ru). Jaru sold artwares and figurines by different artists. The company later created its own lines. Most pieces were marked with a simple paper sticker, although some have an impressed mark. Jaru changed hands in 1968 and stayed in business until the 1990s by diversifying and importing products.