Pair Of American Cast- Bronze Book Ends, early 20th century, the pair of playful pups on rectangular bases sculpted by Edith Baretto Parsons and cast by Gorham Co. h. 6.5in, 17in, w. 2.5in. Edith Baretto Parsons, born in Houston, Texas, July 4, 1878 a nd active in New York City. Her sculpture can be found in several collections, including the Metropolitan Museum ofart.