Four Eagle and Hawk Pocket Watch HoldersEarly 20th Century, with one Later ExampleA group of four figural pocket watch holders depicting eagles and a hawk, rendered in varying materials and styles. The group includes three heavier examples mounted on bases: two gilt metal eagles with outstretched wings set on a stepped wooden plinth and the other on an onyx base, and one dark-patinated hawk or eagle perched on a rocky outcrop with ‚ÄúMade in France‚Äù stamped verso, mounted on a rectangular stone or marble base. Each exhibit sculptural detail and surface wear consistent with age and use.The fourth example is a freestanding hawk figure without a base, lighter in weight and hollow-cast, finished to resemble cold-painted bronze. This example appears of later manufacture.Such figural bird-form holders were commonly used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as desk or mantel accessories, designed to suspend or display pocket watches by chain.Condition varies across the group, with surface wear, patina, and minor losses consistent with age. An appealing mixed lot of figural desk accessories, suitable for decorative display Dimensions: Gilt eagle on onyx base: 8.75.‚Äù Gilt eagle on plinth base: 9.5.‚Äù Eagle are marble base: 7.‚Äù Freestanding hawk: 5.25‚ÄùPickup & Shipping: This lot may be picked up free of charge in Sacramento, CA. Shipping via FedEx or USPS available within the continental U.S. for $70. All shipments include Direct Signature Required and full replacement value insurance at a rate of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless the buyer accepts full liability in writing. Combined lot shipping is typically discounted. Good overall condition.