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Mid Century Aluminum Jacks / Jax Bookends
Mid Century Aluminum Jacks / Jax Bookends

Mid Century Aluminum Jacks / Jax Bookends

By George Nelson, Bill Curry

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Mid Century Aluminum Jacks / Jax Bookends.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Solid Walnut Bookends
Mid-Century Solid Walnut Bookends

Mid-Century Solid Walnut Bookends

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of mid-century solid walnut bookends, circa 1980s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Teak Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century Teak Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Teak Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of mid-century teak bookends, circa 1960s. Two sets available

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Marble Bookends, Mid- Century
Vintage Italian Marble Bookends, Mid- Century

Vintage Italian Marble Bookends, Mid- Century

Located in Ross, CA

Vintage marble made in Italy in the mid century, each has a half vessel attached also in marble.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookend in Teak and Brass
Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookend in Teak and Brass

Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookend in Teak and Brass

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookend in Teak and Brass, in Very Good conditions.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Antique mid-century marble "Lion" Bookend, 1940s
Antique mid-century marble "Lion" Bookend, 1940s

Antique mid-century marble "Lion" Bookend, 1940s

Located in Palermo, IT

Antique mid-century marble "Lion" bookend, 1940s Intact and in good condition, with minor signs of wear.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Bookends

Materials

Marble

Antique mid-century marble "Elephant" Bookend, 1940s
Antique mid-century marble "Elephant" Bookend, 1940s

Antique mid-century marble "Elephant" Bookend, 1940s

Located in Palermo, IT

Antique mid-century marble "Elephant" bookend, 1940s Intact and in good condition, with minor signs of wear.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Bookends

Materials

Marble

Pair of Mid-Century "Creation of Adam" Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century "Creation of Adam" Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century "Creation of Adam" Bookends

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Mid-Century Italian Florentine-style folding gilded wood bookends with printed details from \"The Creation of Adam\" by Michelangelo.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Pair of American Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Bookends
Pair of American Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Bookends

Pair of American Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Bookends

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of American Mid-Century modern "machine-age design" cast aluminum bookends with geometric form.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Sommerso Art Glass Elephant Bookend
Mid Century Sommerso Art Glass Elephant Bookend

Mid Century Sommerso Art Glass Elephant Bookend

Located in Fairfield, CA

A mid century art glass bookend in the shape of an elephant.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Cast Solid Brass Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s
Vintage Cast Solid Brass Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s

Vintage Cast Solid Brass Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern 1950s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern gold color cast brass owl figurine sculpture bookends.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookends in Wood, 1960s
Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookends in Wood, 1960s

Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookends in Wood, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookends in Wood, 1960s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Vintage Brass Ram Figure Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century Vintage Brass Ram Figure Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Vintage Brass Ram Figure Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Perfect for your mid-century or Hollywood Regency and a variety of other decor styles.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Bookends

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookends in Teak, 1960s
Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookends in Teak, 1960s

Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookends in Teak, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Scandinavian Bookends in Teak, 1960s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century White Marble "Chief" Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century White Marble "Chief" Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century White Marble "Chief" Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

A nice pair of mid-century white marble "Chief" bookends, circa 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Alabaster

Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Plywood People Bookends, USA, 1980
Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Plywood People Bookends, USA, 1980

Mid-Century Modern Handcrafted Plywood People Bookends, USA, 1980

By Chelsea House, Dansk

Located in Miami, FL

Mid Century Modern handcrafted pressed plywood sitting people bookends, table sculptures, decor, room accents and accessories.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Plywood

Italian Pair of Corinthian Burl Bookends, Mid-Century Modern
Italian Pair of Corinthian Burl Bookends, Mid-Century Modern

Italian Pair of Corinthian Burl Bookends, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Classic pair of Mid-Century Italian Bronze and Burlwood Bookends.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Continental Mid Century Modern Brass Swan Bookends
Pair of Continental Mid Century Modern Brass Swan Bookends

Pair of Continental Mid Century Modern Brass Swan Bookends

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Pair of mid century modern brass swan bookends, Continental.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Brass and Leather Horse Head Bookends
Mid-Century Brass and Leather Horse Head Bookends

Mid-Century Brass and Leather Horse Head Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Perfect for your mid-century or Hollywood Regency decor styles. #2649.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Sculptural Italian Marble Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century Sculptural Italian Marble Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Sculptural Italian Marble Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Very stylish pair of mid-century sculptural Italian marble bookends, circa 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Marble

Curtis Clawson Mid Century Modern Brutalist Nautical Bronze & Marble Bookends
Curtis Clawson Mid Century Modern Brutalist Nautical Bronze & Marble Bookends

Curtis Clawson Mid Century Modern Brutalist Nautical Bronze & Marble Bookends

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Curtis Clawson Mid Century Modern Brutalist Nautical Maritime Figural Bronze & Marble Bookends.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Set of 2 mid-century Italian marble Bookends, lions, 1950s
Set of 2 mid-century Italian marble Bookends, lions, 1950s

Set of 2 mid-century Italian marble Bookends, lions, 1950s

Located in Palermo, IT

Set of 2 mid-century Italian marble bookends, lions, 1950s Good condition, minor signs of wear.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Bookends

Materials

Marble

Vintage Mid Century Brutalist Cork Park Sherman Bookends
Vintage Mid Century Brutalist Cork Park Sherman Bookends

Vintage Mid Century Brutalist Cork Park Sherman Bookends

By Park Sherman

Located in San Diego, CA

These vintage pieces will add versatility and style to your decor. Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco, Eclectic, Coastal, Modern, Boho, Organic Modern, Minimalist, Scandinavi...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Cork

Mid-Century Modern Danish Bookends in Teak, 1960s, Set of 4
Mid-Century Modern Danish Bookends in Teak, 1960s, Set of 4

Mid-Century Modern Danish Bookends in Teak, 1960s, Set of 4

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Danish Bookends in Teak, 1960s, Set of 4

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Polished Brass Duck Bookends in Sarried Style
Mid-Century Modern Polished Brass Duck Bookends in Sarried Style

Mid-Century Modern Polished Brass Duck Bookends in Sarried Style

By Sarried Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Pair of polished decorative brass duck bookends in Sarried style. Set of mid-century vintage cast metal brass duck sculpture bust bookends.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Brass Duck Head Bookends Sarreid Ltd Style Circa 1950
Mid-Century Brass Duck Head Bookends Sarreid Ltd Style Circa 1950

Mid-Century Brass Duck Head Bookends Sarreid Ltd Style Circa 1950

By Sarreid Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Pair of Large Mid-Century Brass Duck Head Bookends, Sarried Style, circa 1950 A striking pair of mid-century solid brass bookends, modeled as stylized mallard duck heads with elegant...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Rare Vintage Mid Century Lucite Bookends with Embedded Sea Shells
Rare Vintage Mid Century Lucite Bookends with Embedded Sea Shells

Rare Vintage Mid Century Lucite Bookends with Embedded Sea Shells

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage mid century lucite bookends with embedded shell.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Lucite

Mid-Century Cast Iron Eagle Bookends by Robert Emig, 1960s
Mid-Century Cast Iron Eagle Bookends by Robert Emig, 1960s

Mid-Century Cast Iron Eagle Bookends by Robert Emig, 1960s

By Jonathan Adler, Philadelphia Manufacturing Company

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredibly substantial pair of authentic American Federal style bookends by Robert Emig Products (Reading, PA). These sculptural pieces are high quality mid-century castings weighti...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Federal Bookends

Materials

Cast Iron

Pair of Mid-Century White Alabaster Sculptural Fish Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century White Alabaster Sculptural Fish Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century White Alabaster Sculptural Fish Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

A nice pair of mid-century white alabaster sculptural fish bookends, circa 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Alabaster

Pair of Mid-Century White Onyx Horse Head Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century White Onyx Horse Head Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century White Onyx Horse Head Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Very stylish pair of mid-century white onyx horse head bookends, circa 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Onyx

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Scottish Terrier Dog Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Scottish Terrier Dog Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Scottish Terrier Dog Bookends

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A pair of Mid-Century Modern Hand-carved Book Ends representing a pair of Scottish Terrier dogs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Oak

Mid Century A to Z Brushed Steel Bookends
Mid Century A to Z Brushed Steel Bookends

Mid Century A to Z Brushed Steel Bookends

By Tiffany & Co., Jonathan Adler, Curtis Jeré

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible pair of midcentury, solid brushed steel, "A to Z" bookends circa 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sunshine Yellow Boat Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sunshine Yellow Boat Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sunshine Yellow Boat Bookends

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Powder-Coated Sunshine Yellow Set of Mid-Century Sailboat Bookends These solid vintage newly powder-coated boats are both form and function.

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Brass Teddy Bear Bookends - Mid-Century Nursery Decor
Vintage Brass Teddy Bear Bookends - Mid-Century Nursery Decor

Vintage Brass Teddy Bear Bookends - Mid-Century Nursery Decor

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage mid-century brass teddy bear bookends. These pair of teddy bear would make a luxurious addition to any room, and especially as part of a nursery or kid's room decor.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Hawaiian Male and Female Bookends, Pair
Mid-Century Modern Hawaiian Male and Female Bookends, Pair

Mid-Century Modern Hawaiian Male and Female Bookends, Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This pair of Hawaiian Mid-Century Modern bookends feature skillfully carved male and female busts that have been coated in a sand/plaster finish further enhancing their antiqued look.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Wood

Pair of Astrolite Mid-Century Modern Beveled Lucite Bookends
Pair of Astrolite Mid-Century Modern Beveled Lucite Bookends

Pair of Astrolite Mid-Century Modern Beveled Lucite Bookends

By Astrolite

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Thick Lucite Mid-Century Bookend Set, 1960's. These heavy Lucite bookends with beautiful beveled edges almost glow when the light hits them.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Lucite

Set of 16 Mid-Century German Minimalist Colorful Metal Bookends, 1960s
Set of 16 Mid-Century German Minimalist Colorful Metal Bookends, 1960s

Set of 16 Mid-Century German Minimalist Colorful Metal Bookends, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century German Minimalist Colorful Metal Bookends from Soennecken, 1960s, Set of 16, in Very Good conditions.

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Three Italian Greek Key Brown Leather Bookends, Mid-Century Modern
Three Italian Greek Key Brown Leather Bookends, Mid-Century Modern

Three Italian Greek Key Brown Leather Bookends, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

We are offering 3 Classic Mid-Century Leather Bookends. These handcrafted bookends with Greek Key gold embossing would certainly accentuate your home on a bookcase, table, or desk.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Leather

Pair of Mid-Century Hand Carved Wood Horse Head Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century Hand Carved Wood Horse Head Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Hand Carved Wood Horse Head Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of mid-century hand carved mahogany horse head bookends, circa 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Bookends

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Bronze Jax Bookend or Door Stop
Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Bronze Jax Bookend or Door Stop

Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Bronze Jax Bookend or Door Stop

By Bill Curry & Design Line

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Jax bookend or doorstop by Bill Curry for Design Line.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Sheldon Rose Alpha Sculpt Cube Letterpress Sculptures Bookends 1960s
Mid Century Sheldon Rose Alpha Sculpt Cube Letterpress Sculptures Bookends 1960s

Mid Century Sheldon Rose Alpha Sculpt Cube Letterpress Sculptures Bookends 1960s

By Sheldon Rose

Located in Troy, MI

Pair of Mid Century Modern typographic cube sculptures or bookends designed by Sheldon Rose circa 1960s Titled "Alpha Sculpt" formed of cast metal with raised letters and symbols ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookends by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960
Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookends by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookends by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960

By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik

Located in Oirlo, LI

Kai Kristiansen set teak bookends Denmark Mid-century small teak bookends attributed to Kai Kristiansen, manufactured in the 1960's by Feldballe Møbelfabrik in Denmark, made of so...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Pair of Gilt Bronze and Marble Horse Bookends
Mid-Century Pair of Gilt Bronze and Marble Horse Bookends

Mid-Century Pair of Gilt Bronze and Marble Horse Bookends

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Impressive Pair of Mid-Century Modern Gilt Bronze and Marble Bookends Featuring Horses.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Vintage Crystal Bookends in the Style of Cartier
Mid-Century Vintage Crystal Bookends in the Style of Cartier

Mid-Century Vintage Crystal Bookends in the Style of Cartier

By Cartier, Cristalleries De Sevres, Ralph Lauren

Located in San Diego, CA

Their weightless perspective summed with their sculptural profile add chic and high style to your settings. Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco, Eclectic, Coastal, Modern, Bo...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Crystal

Mid-Century Sheldon Rose AlphaSculpt Typesetter Block Sculpture Bookend
Mid-Century Sheldon Rose AlphaSculpt Typesetter Block Sculpture Bookend

Mid-Century Sheldon Rose AlphaSculpt Typesetter Block Sculpture Bookend

By Sheldon Rose, Jonathan Adler, Tiffany & Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Signed Sheldon Rose (American 20th Century) Typesetter cube sculpture, can also be used as bookend.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sailboat Bookends, Powder-Coated White
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sailboat Bookends, Powder-Coated White

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sailboat Bookends, Powder-Coated White

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Powder-Coated Creamy White Set of Mid-Century Sailboat Bookends Substantial in size and weight, these solid vintage brass newly powder-coated boats are both form and function.

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Vintage Pair Horse Head Bookends by Virginia Metalcrafters
Mid-Century Vintage Pair Horse Head Bookends by Virginia Metalcrafters

Mid-Century Vintage Pair Horse Head Bookends by Virginia Metalcrafters

By Jonathan Adler

Located in San Diego, CA

These two pieces are substantial in weight and incredibly striking, bringing sculptural elements with classic flair and style. Americana, Mid-century, Hollywood Regency, Eclectic, C...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Onyx Marble Horse Head Bookends Library Mexico, Germany
Pair of Mid-Century Onyx Marble Horse Head Bookends Library Mexico, Germany

Pair of Mid-Century Onyx Marble Horse Head Bookends Library Mexico, Germany

Located in Andernach, DE

Striking and sculptural, this pair of large, mid-century, marble horse-head bookends exudes timeless elegance and craftsmanship.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Onyx

Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Murano Floral Decorated Bookends
Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Murano Floral Decorated Bookends

Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Murano Floral Decorated Bookends

Located in Englewood, NJ

A Mid-Century Modern pair of Italian art glass bookends each decorated with Millefiori decoration of white flora and green leaf & vine cased in heavy clear glass in the form of booke...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Art Glass

Bill Curry Design Line Vintage Mid-Century Modern Jacks Bookends
Bill Curry Design Line Vintage Mid-Century Modern Jacks Bookends

Bill Curry Design Line Vintage Mid-Century Modern Jacks Bookends

By Bill Curry & Design Line

Located in Norwood, NJ

Pair of Bill Curry Jacks (Jax) bookends. These are truly mid century modern icons and vintage must haves.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Brass Bookends, 1960s, Set of 2
Mid-Century Brass Bookends, 1960s, Set of 2

Mid-Century Brass Bookends, 1960s, Set of 2

Located in KUTNO, PL

It is a perfect addition to mid-century modern or classic eclectic interiors – a small detail that can change the character of the entire space.

Category

Vintage 1960s Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Brass

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Mid Century Brass Apple Bookends
Mid Century Brass Apple Bookends

Mid Century Brass Apple Bookends

Unavailable

H 6.5 in W 5.5 in D 3 in

Mid Century Brass Apple Bookends

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid century brass apples bookends.

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Murano Glass Bookends

Mid-Century Italian Murano Glass Bookends

Unavailable

H 7.25 in W 4 in D 3 in

Mid-Century Italian Murano Glass Bookends

By Murano 5

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid-Century Italian Murano glass bookends.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Glass

Green Marble Column Bookends Mid Century
Green Marble Column Bookends Mid Century

Green Marble Column Bookends Mid Century

Unavailable

H 7 in W 4.5 in D 2.25 in

Green Marble Column Bookends Mid Century

Located in New York, NY

Mid century 1980s green marble column bookends.

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Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble

Bookends Italian Marble Mid-Century, Italy
Bookends Italian Marble Mid-Century, Italy

Bookends Italian Marble Mid-Century, Italy

Unavailable

H 6 in W 5.13 in D 4 in

Bookends Italian Marble Mid-Century, Italy

Located in New York, NY

Mid-century Italian marble bookends. Art Deco shell inspired design.

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Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modern Italian Marble Dice Bookends
Mid-Century Modern Italian Marble Dice Bookends

Mid-Century Modern Italian Marble Dice Bookends

Unavailable

H 6 in W 8.5 in D 4.125 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Marble Dice Bookends

Located in San Francisco, CA

This is a pair of vintage Mid-Century Italian marble 'dice' bookends.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Marble

Stylish Mid-Century I-Beam Metal Bookends

Stylish Mid-Century I-Beam Metal Bookends

Unavailable

H 6.25 in W 3.25 in D 4 in

Stylish Mid-Century I-Beam Metal Bookends

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid-Century i-beam metal bookends.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal

Ben Seibel Bookends Mid Century 1960s
Ben Seibel Bookends Mid Century 1960s

Ben Seibel Bookends Mid Century 1960s

Unavailable

H 5.5 in W 5.5 in D 4 in

Ben Seibel Bookends Mid Century 1960s

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century 1960s Brass Bookend. Ben Seibel designed for Raymor.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Whimsical Pair Mid Century Brass Frog Bookends
Whimsical Pair Mid Century Brass Frog Bookends

Whimsical Pair Mid Century Brass Frog Bookends

Unavailable

H 5.25 in W 3.25 in D 5 in

Whimsical Pair Mid Century Brass Frog Bookends

Located in South Coast, CA

Vintage mid century brass, frog form bookends. Heavy and beautifully cast.

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20th Century Bookends

Sculptural Pair of Mid-Century Modern Marble Bookends
Sculptural Pair of Mid-Century Modern Marble Bookends

Sculptural Pair of Mid-Century Modern Marble Bookends

Located in San Antonio, TX

Mid-Century Modern pair of marble bookends with a lovely aged patina.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Marble

Italian Alabaster Horse Bookends, Made in Italy Mid Century 1970s
Italian Alabaster Horse Bookends, Made in Italy Mid Century 1970s

Italian Alabaster Horse Bookends, Made in Italy Mid Century 1970s

Located in New York, NY

Italian Alabaster carved horse head bookends. Made in Italy. Mid Century 1970s

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Mid Century Library Bookends Refinished in Wine Red
Mid Century Library Bookends Refinished in Wine Red

Mid Century Library Bookends Refinished in Wine Red

Unavailable

H 5 in W 4.75 in D 5.75 in

Mid Century Library Bookends Refinished in Wine Red

Located in Alhambra, CA

We powder-coated these mid-century steel library bookends in high-gloss Wine Red!

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Steel

Italian Alabaster Bookends Hand Carved Mid Century Made in Italy
Italian Alabaster Bookends Hand Carved Mid Century Made in Italy

Italian Alabaster Bookends Hand Carved Mid Century Made in Italy

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Mid Century Hand Carved Italian Alabaster Bookends.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Bookends

Materials

Alabaster

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Book Ends, Denmark, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Book Ends, Denmark, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Book Ends, Denmark, 1950s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-Century Modern Danish teak book ends, Denmark, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Teak

Pair of Mid-Century Brazilian Agate Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century Brazilian Agate Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century Brazilian Agate Bookends

Unavailable

H 5.5 in W 6 in D 3 in

Pair of Mid-Century Brazilian Agate Bookends

Located in Portland, OR

A beautiful pair of Mid-Century Brazilian agate bookends from a Golden, Colorado estate.

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate

Mid Century Brass Bookends Dolphins with ball, France 1950s
Mid Century Brass Bookends Dolphins with ball, France 1950s

Mid Century Brass Bookends Dolphins with ball, France 1950s

Located in Appeltern, Gelderland

Unique pair of bookends, each of three dolphins holding a big globe They are made of brass. It is a beautiful set for any home or office decor and would look great on table top or bo...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Parrot Bookends by Bruno Gambone, Mid-Century Modern, Italian
Ceramic Parrot Bookends by Bruno Gambone, Mid-Century Modern, Italian

Ceramic Parrot Bookends by Bruno Gambone, Mid-Century Modern, Italian

By Bruno Gambone

Located in Marietta, GA

Fantastic Italian ceramic bookends by Bruno Gambone. Excellent condition with no known defects that would detract from value or aesthetics. Ready for use.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Ceramic

Fontana Arte Italian, Mid-Century Glass "Fruit" Bookends, circa 1950
Fontana Arte Italian, Mid-Century Glass "Fruit" Bookends, circa 1950

Fontana Arte Italian, Mid-Century Glass "Fruit" Bookends, circa 1950

By Fontana Arte

Located in New York, NY

FONTANA ARTE Milan, Italy “Glass fruit” bookends c. 1950 Glass, chromium-plated brass For more information see: Fontana Arte, Una storia Trasparente, Laura Falconi (Mila...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Glass

Pair of French Aluminium Midcentury Bookends, France, 1970-1980
Pair of French Aluminium Midcentury Bookends, France, 1970-1980

Pair of French Aluminium Midcentury Bookends, France, 1970-1980

Located in Budapest, Budapest

French solid polished aluminium bookends from midcentury period. Names of the dogs are engraved to each. RIC and RAC.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Aluminum

J Schatz Studio 2018 White Bubble Table Lamp Pair - Mid Century Mod Stoneware
J Schatz Studio 2018 White Bubble Table Lamp Pair - Mid Century Mod Stoneware

J Schatz Studio 2018 White Bubble Table Lamp Pair - Mid Century Mod Stoneware

By J Schatz Studio

Located in Providence, RI

Perfect in a mid-century modern home or the highlight in a room that has minimalist decor.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Chrome I beam bookends
Chrome I beam bookends

Chrome I beam bookends

By James Prestini

Located in Hadley, MA

Interesting chromed I beam mid century bookends in the manner of James Prestini.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Steel

Marked Mid-Century Carl Auböck Horn Bookends, Vienna, 1950s
Marked Mid-Century Carl Auböck Horn Bookends, Vienna, 1950s

Marked Mid-Century Carl Auböck Horn Bookends, Vienna, 1950s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, Vienna

Nice set of the well-known Auböck bookends, marked and made of brass and polished horn.

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Brass

1950's Wood Carved Polynesian Couple Bookends
1950's Wood Carved Polynesian Couple Bookends

1950's Wood Carved Polynesian Couple Bookends

Unavailable

H 9.25 in W 4.25 in D 3.5 in

1950's Wood Carved Polynesian Couple Bookends

Located in Spring Valley, CA

Beautiful pair of mid century bookends. Done in a traditional folk style.

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Wood

Gordon Martz Walnut and Tile Bookends
Gordon Martz Walnut and Tile Bookends

Gordon Martz Walnut and Tile Bookends

Unavailable

H 7.5 in W 5 in D 4.25 in

Gordon Martz Walnut and Tile Bookends

By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in Fulton, CA

A pair of Mid-Century Modern solid walnut bookends with chocolate brown tile detail.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

Modernist Brass Bookends
Modernist Brass Bookends

Modernist Brass Bookends

Unavailable

H 5.75 in W 4.5 in D 3.5 in

Modernist Brass Bookends

By Jenfredware, Ben Seibel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of enigmatic Mid-Century Modern bookends in brass-plated cast metal, featuring an incised motif of something cosmic, in the style of Ben Seibel and Jenfred Ware, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Bookends

Materials

Metal

Kneeling Men's on Wood Bookends with Mirrors
Kneeling Men's on Wood Bookends with Mirrors

Kneeling Men's on Wood Bookends with Mirrors

Unavailable

H 10.25 in W 7.25 in D 6.13 in

Kneeling Men's on Wood Bookends with Mirrors

Located in Cookeville, TN

A pair of kneeling men are gazing in their respective mirrors in this pair of midcentury bookends. The nude men have rustic details and are finished in an antique gold color. They ar...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Bookends

Materials

Composition

Mid-Century Pair Of Solid Brass "Scholarly Owl" Bookends By Jennings Brothers
Mid-Century Pair Of Solid Brass "Scholarly Owl" Bookends By Jennings Brothers

Mid-Century Pair Of Solid Brass "Scholarly Owl" Bookends By Jennings Brothers

By Jennings Bros.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A rare pair of solid brass "Scholarly Owl" bookends. These fantastic brass owl sculptural bookends each feature a trio of owls perched on a stack of books wearing graduation caps and...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Oggetti Italian Marble Bookends
Oggetti Italian Marble Bookends

Oggetti Italian Marble Bookends

Unavailable

H 5.5 in W 3 in D 3 in

Oggetti Italian Marble Bookends

By Oggetti

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Would work well in a variety of interiors such as modern, mid century modern, Hollywood regency, etc. Piece blends seamlessly with other designers such as Warren Platner, Paul Evans,...

Category

Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Marble

Ben Seibel for Jenfred-Ware Midcentury Gold Orb Bookends
Ben Seibel for Jenfred-Ware Midcentury Gold Orb Bookends

Ben Seibel for Jenfred-Ware Midcentury Gold Orb Bookends

Unavailable

H 6.5 in W 5.52 in D 4.53 in

Ben Seibel for Jenfred-Ware Midcentury Gold Orb Bookends

Located in Sheffield, GB

Mid-Century Modern Ben Seibel Orb bookend pair; originally produced in North America during the 20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

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Midcentury Bookends For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of midcentury bookends for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique midcentury bookends was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, stone and wood. Midcentury bookends have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Midcentury bookends bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many midcentury bookends are appealing in their simplicity, but Ben Seibel, Blenko and Astrolite produced popular midcentury bookends that are worth a look.

Finding the Right Bookends for You

A good pair of antique, new or vintage bookends will look wonderful in your reading nook. And the need for these trusty home accents has stood the test of time, which means there are many different kinds to suit any design taste or furniture style.

Bookends weren’t created until the 1870s. Serving faithfully in the background, they went unobserved for a while. The authors of the Oxford English Dictionary report that the term “book end” didn’t appear in printed material until 1907. The primary function of bookends is to ensure that your books remain upright in your bookcase, but style and form have taken the lead over the years. Furniture makers have ensured that bookends demand as much attention as the books themselves. Indeed, while competing with carefully curated first editions or rows of colorful spines is no small task, plenty of bookends steal the stage.

If you’re looking to add a dose of intrigue or decorative flourish to your reading room that will be difficult to ignore, stone bookends and metal bookends can take on the appearance of small, provocative sculptures rather than functional accessories to keep your books orderly on your shelves. Depending on what kind of textures you’re thinking of introducing to your home office or study, a pair of brass bookends or a bronze set will pop against your dusty hardcovers and any decorative objects you’ve accumulated while working to style your bookcase. A pair of mid-century modern bookends carved from dark, exotic woods such as teak can also introduce warmth to a home office or study. While teak was a favorite of designers who worked with furniture in the mid-20th century, all manner of wood bookends have emerged over the years, with some woodworkers carving ornate patterns or figures into their pieces.

Bookworms, take note: You can find an extraordinary range of antique, new and vintage bookends for your dazzling book displays and bookshelves today on 1stDibs.

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