$195 / set
Button-Up Shoe Brass Bookends
Located in valatie, NY
A pair of brass bookends in the shape of Victorian button-up shoes. No maker's mark. NPT Books a
Metal, Brass
$280Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco Nude Lady Woman Figural Cast Brass Bookends Hubley Era
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of antique Art Deco nude lady/woman figural cast brass bookends and date from the 1920s
Iron
Italian Red Marble and Brass Bookends with Deer and Doe, Early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Red marble and brass bookends with deer and doe, early 1900s. Pair of bookends in red
Marble, Brass
$1,599Sale Price / set|54% Off
Art Nouveau Newcomb College Pierced Brass Bookends
By Rosalie Roos Wiener
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Nouveau pair of Newcomb College Pierced Brass Bookends A pair of Newcomb College Pierced Brass
Brass
Brass Bookends with "The Angelus" and "The Gleaners" by Jean Francois Millet
By H.L. Judd Manufacturing Company
Located in Soquel, CA
Brass Bookends with "The Angelus" and "The Gleaners" by Jean Francois Millet Solid pair of
Bronze
Pair of Art Deco Republic Chinese Carved Pale Jade Stone & Brass Bookends
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Chinese Export Carved Jade and Brass Bookends, Republic Period, circa 1920s Description: A
Brass
Early Art Deco Brass Bookends with Scottie Statues
Located in Malibu, CA
Art Deco bookends featuring full figural Scottish Terriers in bronze sitting on stepped up classic
Brass, Bronze
Solid Brass Bookends Bust Of Henry W. Longfellow by "B & H" Bradley and Hubbard
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807–1882) was a renowned American poet, educator, and translator. His works, including "Paul Revere's Ride" and "The Song of Hiawatha," resonate with the...
Brass
Silver Plate and Brass Seashell Bookends
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Unusual antique sea inspired bookends crafted with silver plate on brass rods and seashells at
Silver Plate, Brass
Quality Antique Victorian Walnut & Brass Mounted Sliding Bookends
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique Victorian walnut & brass mounted sliding bookends, having a quality sliding walnut
Brass
Pair of Antique Brass & Enamel Cloisonne Chinese Bookends
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Antique Brass & Enamel Cloisonne Chinese Bookends. Measure 4.35" in width, 3.5" in
Brass
$2,400 / set
Pair of Art Deco Brass Bull and Bear Bookends
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Art Deco bookends with a brass bull and bear mounted on a black pedestal plinth
Marble, Brass
1891-1911 Chinese Pair of Brass & Carved Jade Bookends
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1891-1911 Chinese pair of brass & carved jade bookends. The panels are engraved flowers
Jade, Brass
Pair of Sculptural German Art Nouveau Brass Bronze Bookends 1900
Located in Berlin, DE
Decorative pair of Art Nouveau brass/bronze bookends. Germany, 1900s.
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Antique Elephant Bookends, Indian Brass Decorative Book Rests, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a fine pair of antique elephant bookends. An Indian, etched brass decorative book rest
Brass
A Wedgwood Jasperware Mounted Brass and Wooden Bookend and Inkwell
Located in Toronto, CA
A lovely and very unusual expandable bookshelf, made of burled walnut with brass end plates
Brass
$575Sale Price / set|27% Off
Pair of 19th Century French Brass Acanthus Leaf Mantel Ornaments Bookends
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous pair of 19th century French ornate brass mantel ornaments or bookends with stylized
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Brass "Scroll" Bookends by Chase & Co. Rare
By Chase and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare pair of art deco brass "scroll" bookends by Chase & Co., circa 1930s. These are very early
Brass
Antique Mission Oak & Brass Arts & Crafts Folding Bookends Book Holder Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mission Oak & Brass Arts & Crafts Folding Bookends Book Holder Stand. Item features solid
Brass
Set of Four Sculptural German Art Nouveau Brass Bronze Bookends 1900
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of four decorative Art Nouveau brass/bronze bookends. Germany, 1900s.
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Art Deco Brass Harlequin or Clown Musician Bookends on Metal Base
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of vintage art deco brass on metal bookends with a minstrel, harlequin, or clown aesthetic
Brass, Metal
Pair of Art Deco Brass and Metal Nude Woman with Sphere Figurative Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A very heavy pair of brass and metal nude woman with sphere figurative art deco bookends, circa
Metal, Brass
Crescent Moon & Brass Art Deco Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co.
By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous pair of bakelite crescent moon and brass Art Deco bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Brass Minstrel Bookends on Marble Attributed to DAV ART NY
By Dav Art NY
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of vintage art deco brass "minstrels playing the lute" bookends on white marble bases
Marble, Brass
$1,150 / set
French, Art Deco Bears Bookends, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco bookends, France, 1920's. Two bears. Noble woods and bakelite. Brass eyes. Measures
Brass
Pair of Copper Arts & Crafts Style Bookends
By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
A unique pair of copper Arts & Crafts style bookends, circa 1930s. Each piece is in good vintage
Brass, Copper
$1,100 / set
French Art Deco Cat & Dog Bookends, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
These charming French Art Deco bookends, dating from the 1920s, feature a noble combination of
Brass
$949Sale Price / set|20% Off
Unusual Pair Georgian Solid Yew Wood Bookends c.1800
Located in Bath, GB
A truly handsome pair of English Georgian bookends made and turned in solid Yew wood. Very slow
Brass
$760Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Gold Gilt Cherubs on Marble French Art Deco Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous pair of gold gilt cherubs on a marble base Art Deco bookends from France, circa 1930s
Marble, Brass
Pair of Machine Age Art Deco Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co
By Chase and Co., Walter Von Nessen
Located in San Diego, CA
1930s. These are solid brass and copper bookends with three perpendicular rounded beams along a square
Brass, Copper
$400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Art Deco Ship's Wheel Bookends by Walter Von Nessen for Chase & Co.
By Walter Von Nessen, Chase and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
1930s. The bookends are made of walnut, brass and bakelite; they depict the captain’s wheel of a ship
Brass
Antique Extending Book Slide, French Burr Walnut, Brass, Library Rack, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique extending book slide. A French, burr walnut and brass book rack, dating to the
Brass
Antique Chinese Family Rose Porcelain Brass Book ends
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice set of book ends . Embossed Brass frames , decorated with Gem stones , Oval shaped
Porcelain
Antique Gothic Revival Book Slide, English Walnut, Extending Bookrest, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Gothic revival book slide. An English, walnut and brass extending bookrest
Brass
French Book Ends Or Letter Box Desk Accessory 1920s Art Deco
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
French 1920s Art Deco Book Ends or Letter Box Desk Accessory.
Brass
Roycroft Arts & Crafts Brass Finished Hammered Copper Bookends
By Roycroft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Arts & Crafts period brass finished hand hammered copper bookends By Roycroft
Copper, Brass
$2,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Silvered Brass Anglo Indian Lion Sculptures Bookends
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of silvered brass Anglo Indian guarding lion sculptures or bookends.
Brass
Roycroft Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass Over Copper Bookends, Circa 1920s
By Roycroft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Arts & Crafts period brass finished hand hammered copper bookends By Roycroft
Brass, Copper
Antique Mechanical Objects on Lucite Stand, Bookends
Located in North Miami, FL
This pair of antique Industrial elements made in brass on thick Lucite base. The brass details are
Brass
Black Bakelite & Nickel "Skyscraper" Library Bookend Table Lamp, 1920's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Art Deco Manufacturers Finishing Company, Lib-O-Lite library bookend desk, table lamp. Featuring
Brass, Aluminum, Nickel
Art Deco Rabbit, Hare Silver Plated Bronze Bookends, A.E.L, 1920s
By A.E.L.
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Very nice Art Deco rabbit, hare silver plated bronze bookends. Signed A.E.L. , stamped France and
Brass
Very Rare Convertible Desk, Partnerdesk, Dressing Table, Early 19th Century
Located in Greven, DE
create more legroom. It is particularly nice that one of the original bookends with adjustable brass
Mahogany
Rare Art Deco Bookends, Indian Sculptures in Meditating Position on Marble Base
Located in Lisse, NL
. The meditating males on these marble based bookends are made of silvered brass and the artist
Marble, Brass
Russian Brass Imperial-era Double-headed Eagle Bookend, 19th century
Located in St. Catharines, ON
A perfect addition to your imperial library, the center of this Russian brass bookend features a
Brass
Unavailable|$800
Neoclassic Expanding Bookends
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish anch chic expandable book holder will make a statement with its form and use of material. Note: The piece has been professionally polished and finished in a clear lacqu...
Brass
Unavailable|$480
1900's brass "Cat" Booksends
Located in New York, NY
1900's Brass " cat " bookends Hand made France
Brass
Unavailable|$956
Pollard Oak Betjemann's Patent Book Slide
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
top and gilt brass mounts. The book slide has gilt brass brackets underneath to give extra support
Brass
Unavailable|$3,522
Bookends with Capricorn - Brass, Nickel Plated, Animal, 20th C., Art Nouveau
By Karl Hagenauer
Located in Wien, AT
Carl Hagenauer Two Bookends Capricorn Material: nickel plated brass Marked with WHW
Brass
Sold|$650 / set
Roycroft Arts & Crafts Hammered Brass Bookends, Pair
By Roycroft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Arts & Crafts period hand-hammered brass bookends By Roycroft (signed with
Brass
Pair of Hammered Brass Bookends by Frost Arts and Crafts Workshop
By Frost
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of hammered brass bookends by Frost Arts and Crafts Workshop. The perfect addition to any
Brass, Copper
Book Slide, English Rosewood Brass, Bookends, Betjemann, Victorian, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique book slide. English, rosewood and brass bookends. Betjemann's patented book rack
Brass
Sold|$225 / set
Edwardian Brass Unicorn & Lion Bookends
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Edwardian period pair of brass bookends, English. Featuring the lion & unicorn, the supporters of
Brass
Pair Antique Shell Form Brass Bookends.
Located in Bellport, NY
Handsome pair if miniture solid brass shell for bookends.
Brass
Pair of Jennings Bros. Native American Bookends in Yellow Metal
By Jennings Bros.
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of yellow metal (probably brass) bookends in the form of crouching native Americans made and
Brass
Sold|$780 / set
Pair of Brass Swan Bookends
Located in South Salem, NY
A pair of engraved brass swan mantle ornaments, ca. 1850. Featuring a colorful stone in each swan's
Brass
Brass Plated Dog Bookends, circa 1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
About A pair of original brass plated bookends with original felt on the bottom. Both bookends
Brass
French Art Deco Spelter Brass and Marble Bookends
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a lovely pair of French Art Deco Spelter Brass and Marble Bookends. These bookends feature
Marble, Brass, Spelter
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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