Asian Bookends

A charming pair of hand-carved solid ebony elephant sculptures, likely crafted in Ceylon (present-day Sri Lanka) during the mid-20th century. Beautifully sculpted with smooth, rounde...

Finely carved vintage soapstone bookends. Figures of pheasants beautifully and gracefully carved in these bookends present imagery that moves with th...

These are a beautiful pair of Chinese soapstone Bookends made in China during the Republic period, Circa 1920. These bookends are individ...

Pair of Hand Carved Signed Balinese figure bookends or sculptures - two outstanding carved wood figures - both intricately carved. The pair are lovely island people and can work as ...

A pair of brass pineapple bookends in great condition. They both have felt bottoms so as to not scratch the surface they are on. Recently polished.

Vintage carved wood elephants expanding bookends. Beautiful carved wood book holder that expands to hold more books. Beautiful vintage han...

Beautiful pair of solid brass folding foo dog bookends, circa 1960s. The bookends are in good vintage condition and measure 7"W x 3.5"D x 6"H. Great look! #3588

This is a fine pair of antique elephant bookends. An Indian, etched brass decorative book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Bursting with charm and rich detail, ...

Ostrich / Emu Bookends by Quon Quon, 1980, Japan Post-Modern / Vintage Novelty Ceramic Bookend incised QQ and paper label roman numerals MCML XXX = 1980 " life is to short to not o...

Anglo Indian rosewood portable folding and expandable book rack with bone inlay and veneer, ebony and metal inlay. This exquisite and ingeniously designed piece is one of my favorite...

Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Elephant Book Ends Signed, 19th Century. Pair are in Excellent condition with no issues.

A rare, beautiful pair of antique Chinese bookends. Showcasing the beauty of translucent white serpentine with clarity almost to transparency, hand-carv...

Splendid pair of antique Chinese bookends with handcarved chrysanthemum flowers. Gray hardstone or marble. From a Florida private collection.

Pair of mid-century modernist bronze bookends depicting stone workers, each rendered in a stylized, muscular relief that speaks to labor, resilience, and rebuilding. The figures are ...

Cool and rare pair of MCM brutalist style forged iron owl bookends in the style of Isamu Noguchi, circa 1950s. The bookends are heavy and solid with with a great patina. They are in...

A beautiful white porcelain foo dog lion decorative object or bookend, circa early to mid-20th century, Japan. Foo dog lions, also known as komainu in Japan, are a symbol of good luc...

These vibrant Asian mid century modern bookends are royal blue enamel with galloping horse in gold plate. They are from the 50's and are gold plated over copper with enamel. Theuy a...

Nicely patinated solid brass bookends, duck heads, circa the 1970s.

A wonderfully playful pair of circa-1980s bookends combining polished metal bases with sculptural cast brass golf clubs and dimensional golf balls. Each bookend features a club resti...

This is a pair of antique Oriental bookends. A Chinese, jade marble decorative 'Dog of Fo' book rest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Delightfully tactile dogs wit...

A rich pair of brown wood fluted column bookends, in the Neoclassical design style, circa late-20th century.

Vintage set of foo dogs mounted on a wood tray. These beautiful carved foo dogs rest on a conjoined tray that is ready for favorite titles or it can act a...

Pair of polished brass bookends with a brass faux ribbon detailing in the shape of a star. Both pieces are made of solid brass which has recently been polished. No lacquer coating on...

Incredible pair of midcentury, solid brushed steel, "A to Z" bookends circa 1970s. Incredibly solid with an impactful presence, these sculptural pieces render style to any decor. C...

A pair of handsome and Striking Blanc De Chine Foo Dog Bookends or Sculpural objets d'arte. A beautiful pair. When we get these they don't last long - they are very special and a c...

Large and impressive set of Theodore Alexander bookends depicting patinated metal elephants seated atop a wooden book form plinth. The elephants are facing two faux books with gilt e...

Bookends Spheres Brass Set of 2 with all structure in solid brass in vintage brass finish. Each item dimension: L14xD14xH14cm.

Beautiful air of Italian gold gilt folding bookends by Franco Tacchi circa 1960s. The bookends are in good vintage condition and measure 7"W x 3.5"D x 6"H. Great look! #4114

Large vintage Asian hand-carved wood elephant bookends. Vintage 1940s wooden bookends with carved elephant sculptures carvings. A wonderful quality pair of French Art Deco style hand...

A nice sculptural jack / jax bookend, door stop or paperweight the style of Bill Curry for Design Line, circa 1970s. The piece is in good vintage condition with a nice patina and mea...

Brass nautical bookends. Nice detail in casting, heavy weight with substantial feel. Holds a shelves worth of books. Felt on bottoms as shown. Good condition, some light patina. Grea...

From a private collection, a spectacular pair of solid brass enameled bookends. Each features a gilded dragon emerging from ocean waves that meet the clouds, all five talons extended...

Pair of 1970s brass sculpted Ibex bookends, with elongated horns styled after the famed design by Alain Chervet. The Ibex sit on wood stained bases, with brass accents. Marked GREAT ...

A pair of beautiful solid brass bookends with finely carved porcelain florals. Large porcelain insets in oval form, finely carved in relief with flowers representing four seasons, sp...

The adorable pair of vintage bookends features two playful beige and brown Siamese cats or kittens with bright blue eyes. The cats are sculpted with streamlined bodies, curled tails,...

Vintage midcentury hand carved ebony wooden Balinese busts sculptures. Hand carved sculpture in wood depicting a Balinese couple. Bust of a man and wom...

Skulls Set of 2 bookend with polished nickel finish structure. Skulls in solid brass in bronzed finish. Dimension of each bookend: L19xD12,5xH20,5cm.

Equestrian sculpted horse head bookends in Japanese ceramics hand painted.

Beautiful pair of heavy handmade bookends in Asian style, the elephants are made of patinated bronze, the books are made of wood with gold details, the bottom is finished with leathe...

Beautiful and unique pair of sculptural elephant brass bookends. This beautiful pair comes from the 1940s. The solid sculpted pair weights 5.1 pounds each, making this pair not only incredibly beautiful but solid in presence. Each piece is full of detail presenting each elephant sculpture standing on a pedestal in golden glory...

Cast iron elephant heads bookends. Elephant heads in dark bronze patinated color, nice quality and details sculpture. Great to use as bookends, pa...

Pair of Japanese Bronze Bookends, circa 1880

Nice set of heavy brass Eagle bookends. Has thin felt on bottom of each to prevent scratching furniture. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, hand polished, ready to use. 6...

A handsome pair of circa-1980s cast brass bookends modeled as miniature celestial armillary sundials. Intersecting brass rings surround arrow-form gnomons, while Roman numerals encir...

Brass and Wood Asian Bookends Ceremony Position Asian Male and Geisha Female. Some wear on wood black bases. Male dimensions 7H x 4.5L x 2.5W. Wood base 5 x 3.5. Female dimensions ...

Vintage PM Craftsman Art Deco Style Brass Figural Clown Head Bookends - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 5.25" H x 5" W x 3.5" D.

These striking vintage brass bookends are a masterful expression of Mid-Century Modern design, featuring a pair of stylized rams or ibexes in a dynamic, forward-leaning pose. The arc...

This is a vintage carved elephant book slide. An Anglo-Indian,mahogany home library stand, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1940. Charming Anglo-Indian book slide with eye-catch...

Nice set of heavy regal brass Eagle bookends. Has thin felt on bottom of each to prevent scratching furniture. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, hand polished, ready to ...

Infuse your home with a sense of warm hospitality and high-shine glamour with this striking set of vintage polished brass pineapple bookends. A quintessential staple of Hollywood Reg...

Pair of Pho dog-shaped hard stone bookends. The "Fantastic Beasts", protectors of the buildings, the base is finely engraved with plant-inspired motif...

Pair of Japanese bronze bookends, circa 1880.

Glossy Pink Tube Bookends by Maha Alavi Studio Dimensions: W 29 x D 13 x H 17 cm Materials: Stainless Steel, Metal. Maha Alavi is a Tokyo-based Can...

This is a vintage carved book slide. An Anglo-Indian, teak home library stand, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Fantastic Anglo-Indian book slide with eye-catching detail ...

Vintage pair of modernist elephant bookends with trunk up by Jonathan Adler, circa 2000s. The set are in very good vintage condition and measure 9.5"W 4.75"D x 8"H. Great looking f...

Pair of Chinese Export Carved Jade and Brass Bookends, Republic Period, circa 1920s Description: A finely crafted pair of Chinese export bookends featuring pierced and carved jade (...

Nice set of extra large, heavy brass Eagle bookends. Has thin felt on bottom of each to prevent scratching furniture. Great on a book shelf or desk. Nice condition, hand polished, Re...

This elegant set of vintage brass duck head bookends adds a touch of regency charm to your bookshelf or desk. The finely detailed design highlights the graceful contours of the ducks...

A Hollywood Regency brass tassel motif bookend. Created from heavy brass, this piece will be a wonderful way to hold up your favorite books on a bookshelf in a beautiful way. The piece depicts two large faux tassels with round balls on top. The back is smooth and the underside features a soft rubber that protects the surface that it rests on. We love the idea of using it as a bookend, but also as a doorstop. What a great way to add Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency to a space! For other brass pieces, please see our other listings which include bookends, statues, and decorative paper weights...

A handsome pair of circa 1980s cast brass bookends modeled as miniature celestial armillary sundials. Intersecting brass rings surround arrow-form gnomons, while Roman numerals encir...