Pair of Cast Iron & Distressed Wood Medieval Style Bookends Canyon Motif
Located in San Diego, CA
Cool pair of unique bookends, distressed wood and castiron canyon , Spanish conquistador style.
Cast Iron
Vintage Tribal Carved Wood Figural Bookends Heads Only
Located in Topeka, KS
If you are looking for unique bookends to hold your favorite book collection…look no further.
Wood
Wrought Iron Art & Crafts Bookends with Metal Books and Engraved Owl Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and artistic bookends by a Master Craftsman.
Metal, Iron
Unique Art Deco Pair Bronzed Eagle Bookend Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Original bronzed spelter and open wings eagle bookends on marble base, circa 1920. If eagles hold a special meaning for you or for someone you love, then this unique pair of bookend...
Marble, Spelter
Unique Leaning Tower of Pisa Pair of Bookends, Modernist Italy 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Channeling old world glamor into your home decor, this set of two brass finish bookends is both a useful and decorative addition to your home office, library, study or lounge. Found ...
Metal
Unique Art Deco Bronze Brass Pair of Bookends, Mid Century Modern Austria 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Channeling old world glamor into your home decor, this set of two brass bronze finish bookends is both a useful and decorative addition to your home office, library, study or lounge....
Metal
$3,481 / set
1970s Italian Brass Bookends
Located in BARCELONA, ES
What makes these bookends truly unique is their exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Brass
Metal Scroll Style Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Metal scroll bookends with center of wood. This unique style bookend is perfectly suited for any desk and especially the Childs room.
Metal
$340 / set
Art Deco Style Chrome & Brass Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical pair of Art Deco style brass & chrome bookends unique design.
Brass, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Brass Bookends, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in KUTNO, PL
This set features two unique brass bookends designed in the distinctive Mid-Century Modern style.
Brass
SAND bookend in Sandstone & Limestone by Meble Matters
By Meble Matters
Located in Singapore, SG
Crafted with care and precision, this bookend showcases the unique characteristics of sandstone and limestone.
Limestone, Sandstone
1980's Solid Marble Postmodern Pair of Italian Bookends
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in San Diego, CA
Great and unique pair of solid marble bookends , gorgeous Italian black Carrara marble,
Marble
Vintage Geometric Half-Circle Travertine Stone Bookends - a Pair
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
These color differences are entirely natural, highlighting the authenticity and unique character of each bookend. Substantial in weight, they are as functional as they are decorativ...
Travertine
Vintage Ham & Jam Brass Dog Bookends for Mary Baldwin College, 1962
Located in San Diego, CA
Produced in 1962 and cast with the college name and copyright date, these sculptural bookends represent a unique intersection of American collegiate history, sporting décor, and mid-...
Brass
Vintage Italian Regency Red Leather Bound "Science" Faux Book Bookend
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Regency Red Leather Bound "Science" Faux Book Bookend. Item featured has a leather-bound faux book form, gold gilt details, nice larger size, original aged/distressed...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Italian Florentine Gold Gilt Wood Bookends Mid-Century Modern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive Pair of Vintage Florentine Carved Gold and Green Bookends. Charming and unique set from Italy. These are both form and function when used on a bookshelf or desk in any hom...
Wood, Paint
"Black Couple at Rest", Superb WPA-Era Bookends with African American Figures
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stylized, warm and poignant, this unique pair of bookends glazed in dark pink and black -- depicting a Black couple asleep in each other's arms -- is a superb example of WPA-period s...
Ceramic
$320Sale Price / set|38% Off
Vintage Pink Marble Bookends with Etched Gothic “B”, Late 20th Century
Located in View Park, CA
A very unique pair of monumental bookends in triangular chunks of pink marble, late 20th century.
Marble
Hand-Carved Jati Wood Arts & Crafts Bookends with Indigenous Male Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and highly decorative pair of hand-carved bookends.
Hardwood
Vintage Italian Red Leather Bound "Patent Law" Faux Book Bookends (B) - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Regency Red Leather Bound "Patent Law" Faux Book Bookends (B) - Pair. Item is in a leather-bound faux book form, gold gilt details, nice larger size, original aged/di...
Leather, Wood
Art Deco France Pair Of Metal Bird Bookends With Fine Marble Base
Located in Prato, Tuscany
The Sienese hills are composed of sedimentary metamorphic rocks formed over millennia as a result of movements of the earth's crust; this location gives Giallo Siena its main peculia...
Siena Marble, Metal
$1,392Sale Price / set|20% Off
Art Deco Flamingo Bookends by Adam Féron in Bronze and Marble, France 1930s
By Adam Feron
Located in Ulm, DE
The expressive natural patterning of the stone makes each bookend visually unique. Signs of age-related wear and minor chips along the edges confirm the authenticity of this vintage ...
Marble, Bronze
French Victorian Era Bronze Cast on Hand Carved Marble Bases
Located in Louisville, KY
These two elegant French Victorian bookends are unique and having a classic sophistication in their design and size.
Marble, Bronze
$195 / set
Vintage Patinated Show Lasts - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This age-appropriate wear is a testament to their artisanal history and adds undeniable character to the pieces. Whether used as unique bookends, curious paperweights, or simple shel...
Iron
$675Sale Price / set|28% Off
Antique Folk Art Noah's Ark Carved Wood Bookends, 1950s, Unique Design
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1878 Noah's Ark carved wood sculpture/bookends' Eack animal is individually carved and painted Paint loss due to age and use
Fruitwood
Unique Pair of Decorative Foo Dogs Temple Lion Bookends Sculptures
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Offered is a pair of Foo Dog sculptures on a black base. These are a classic Asian decorative piece, they are made from soapstone. This type of sculpture typically depicts two guardi...
Soapstone
Vintage Boho Patinated Cast Concrete Column Fragments - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Whether used as decorative accents on a mantle, unique bookends on a shelf, or standalone sculptural objects on a side table, these fragments offer versatile styling possibilities to...
Concrete
Geometric Italian Organic Carrara Marble Sculpture or Bookend
Located in Los Angeles, CA
You can also see them together under bookends. Very unique, modern and clean. We have found the price guidance tool is not an accurate comparison of Low to High pricing on the plat...
Carrara Marble
Pair of Original African Bookends, Lacquered Ebony, Well Preserved, 1920s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
It is precisely the depiction of the male and female principles that gives these bookends a unique compositional balance, making them a sought-after interior accessory capable of bri...
Wood, Lacquer
Pair of Bronze Boxer Dog Bookends Holding an Oval Picture Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A most unique pair of Dog Bookends or sculptures holding an oval Frame from a chained post in their mouths... the pair can stand independent or could be used as bookends - either way...
Bronze
$6,900 / set
Pair of Carved Arts & Crafts Fox Brackets
Located in Greenwich, CT
Would make a decorative and unique pair of bookends.
Oak
Unavailable
H 7.125 in W 7.25 in D 7.25 in
Unique Large Midcentury Handcrafted Copper Bookends Boho Brutalist
Located in Marietta, GA
Very interesting and unique copper bookends. They are handcrafted and very uncommon.
Copper
Travertine Bookends
Located in Maywood, NJ
Crafted from natural travertine stone, these bookends often feature unique patterns and earthy tones, adding a touch of sophistication to any bookshelf or desk.
Travertine
Cubisme Bookend 2
Located in Irving, TX
Sold separately, Cubisme Bookend 1 and Cubisme Bookend 2 flaunt unique shapes and pair in a way that enhances the unique design of each object.
Earthenware
Cubism Bookend I
Located in Irving, TX
Sold separately, Cubisme Bookend 1 and Cubisme Bookend 2 flaunt unique shapes and pair in a way that enhances the unique design of each object.
Earthenware
Pair of Lincoln Iron Bookends
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pair of Vintage design unique This presidential pair of bookends is the one and only Abraham Lincoln.
Ibex Bookends in the Manner of Alain Chervet
By Alain Chervet
Located in Morristown, NJ
Unique pr. of Ibex bookends in the manner of Alain Chervet.
Brass
Mid 20th Century Italian Alabaster Column Bookends - A Pair
Located in Burton, TX
Carved in the form of ancient ruins, these bookends showcase natural veining which makes each piece unique.
Alabaster
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.
Brass
Unavailable
H 8.67 in W 9.06 in D 4.73 in
Aina One of a Kind Jurassic Fossil Marble Stella Bookend, Unique Collection
Located in ES
One of a Kind Stella Bookend sculpted from a solid piece of Jurassic Marble, with Nerineas fossils in relief, combining natural and raw finish.
Marble
Lucite Bookends
Located in New York, NY
These pair of Lucite bookends are unique and hand designed. They are made of a solid 2" blocks of acrylic with a geometric design.
Acrylic
Pair of Terracotta Amorphic Bookend Vases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of a kind unique terracotta bookend vases signed DK 5/13/52.
Terracotta
Massive Unique Bookends
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of unique bookends, valves suspended in acrylic with a thick and solid stainless steel base.
Pair of Patinated Leather Bookends
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of unique bookends covered in caramel-colored patinated leather with a concave design detail that features a round portion covered in black leather with vertical gold-painted ...
Leather
Brass Camel Extendable Book Ends
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique bookends held together by three expandable brass rods to hold books.
Brass
19th Century Wood and Iron Antique Hat Stretcher
Located in Carimate, Como
Great conversational piece, ideal for decorative purpose but can as well be used as unique bookend in your library.
Iron
Unique Vintage Sculptural Marble Bookends, 1970s
Located in View Park, CA
A pair of marble bookends vaguely resembling abstract tulips in tones of seafoam and turmeric. Hand-carved late 20th century. Minor signs of age but no outward or glaring flaws; quit...
Marble
Unique "Owl" Glass Bookends by Blenko
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic set of hand crafted glass bookends by Blenko. Thick glass cut in the shape of an owl with intricate cut-outs and textured carving for the eyes and body. Original labels on ...
Glass
Unique Pair of Decorative Mini Foo Dogs Sculptures Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of vintage, mini, burgundy, resin foo dogs, circa 1970s. Excellent condition and patina, makes a fun decor item in any room!
Resin
Art Deco Black and White Marble Book Ends Pair Italy
Located in Toronto, CA
More than just decorative accents, these unique bookends hold a special story. Originally gifted by loving parents to their son upon his acceptance into Toronto University in the 197...
Marble
Ben Seibel Bookends
By Ben Seibel, Jenfredware
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Bookends have a unique shape and design in form of a tear drop with an opening in the upper part.
Metal
Multi Toned Columnar Marble Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These striking marble columnar bookends are particularly unique in that they the veining swirls in gradating tones of black, gray, white and salmon.
Marble
Blue Marble Block Bookends, circa 1970s
Located in View Park, CA
Pair of black marble bookends in swimming pool blue with ash veining. A very unique and rare set of bookends.
Marble
Marble and bronze rabbit bookends 1930s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
The marble base is sturdy and solid, and has a natural pattern that makes each bookend unique. The bronze rabbits are lifelike and expressive.
Marble, Bronze
Vintage Sculptural Fish Form Metal Bookends
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of unique metal fish bookends with hand painted and clear acrylic details.
Metal
Earth’s Art: Fiery Red Agate Bookends
Located in New York, NY
Perfect for organizing books or displaying as decorative objects, these bookends bring a unique, organic charm to your home or office.
Agate
Vintage Italian ABF Marble Alabaster Bookends, 1960s
By ABF
Located in View Park, CA
A rare and unique set of mushroom bookends. When pushed together: 6” W x 5.5” D x 6” H.
Alabaster
Pair of Mixed Wood Art Deco Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming pair of mixed wood Art Deco bookends. Unique mix of black stained wood, natural teak blocks and spheres.
Wood
Vintage Lucite Bull & Bear Wall Street Bookends
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique pair of heavy lucite bookends with a silver bear and bull in the center of each.
Silver
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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