Vintage Martz Bookends
Marshall Studios Gordan Jane Martz Tile Walnut Bookends Mid Century
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Iconic walnut and ceramic tile plinth bookends, designed by Jane and Gordon Martz of Marshall
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic and Walnut Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios, Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of ceramic and walnut bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall
Category
1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Pottery, Walnut
Pair of MCM Ceramic Tile and Walnut Bookends by Jane & Gordon Martz
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of MCM ceramic tile and walnut bookends by Jane & Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Walnut, Pottery
Mcm Jane & Gordon Martz Walnut & White Tile Bookends for Marshall Studios 1960s
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut bookends with vertical white inset tiles by Jane & Gordon Martz
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Brass
H 7.19 in W 5 in D 4.25 in
Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic Tile and Walnut Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Chicago, IL
These ceramic tile and walnut bookends were designed and made by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Walnut, Ceramic
H 7.5 in W 5 in D 4.25 in
Midcentury Walnut and Ceramic Tile and Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of mid-century bookends. Solid walnut with inlaid copper colored ceramic tile. Unsigned.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Pair of Bookends Walnut Wood Live Edge Design Organic Form 1970s
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Bookends
Pair of walnut wood organic form bookends live edge natural design.
Artist signed Wetter
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Walnut
Jane and Gordon Martz Vase for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
lamps by famed ceramicist duo Jane and Gordon Martz. In additional to their lamps they also made a
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
Jane and Gordon Martz Footed Bowl for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
duo Jane and Gordon Martz. In additional to their lamps they also made a. large variety of bookends
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
Oak and Ceramic Bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios
Located in Round Rock, TX
Beautiful pair of bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios, circa 1960s.
These
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
Pair of Weiman Post Modern Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered in Latte Bouclé
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Curtis Jere Post Modern Table Sculpture of Brass Chrome and Marble c. 1985
Gordon & Jane Martz Glazed
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
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Pair Vintage Martz Marshall Studios W31-28 Mid-Century Modern Walnut Table Lamps
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Lafayette, IN
This wonderful set of W31-28 table lamps was designed by Gordon & Jane Martz and manufactured at their Marshall Studios facility in Veedersburg, IN. Lamps feature a turned solid waln...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Walnut
Oggetti Italian Marble Bookends
By Oggetti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oggetti Italian marble bookends. Brilliant veining throughout. Signed. Small chip on bottom of one (please refer to photos). Please note they are slightly different in height. One st...
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1980s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Marble
Set of Four Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Dining Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous set of four Adrian Pearsall sculptural walnut dining chairs. The set consists of two armchairs and two side chairs. They have been reupholstered in a wonderful period approp...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Upholstery, Walnut
Set of 4 Mid Century Modern Cathedral Style Walnut Dining Chairs
By Walter Wabash
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding set of 4 mid-century modern cathedral style walnut ding chairs. Lovely spire shaped tops with sensuous legs these chairs are magnificent in person. The chair pads are c...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Walnut
Mithé Espelt Mirror
By Mithé Espelt
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite work of art created by French designer Mithé Espelt. The ceramic frame features a crackled gold glaze, surrounding square ceramic tiles in various shades of blue. The sq...
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20th Century French Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
Giant Frog Sculpture in Green Lucite
By Jonathan Adler
Located in New York, NY
A mesmerizing must-have in solid green acrylic, our giant frog looks fab anchoring a tablescape or makes a great focal point in an unused fireplace.
Our oversized acrylic sculptures...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Acrylic
1970s Custom “Sunrise” Sculptural Desk
By Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
A unique silhouette with generous curves and an impacting yet joyful sculpture on the front, this desk is a one of a kind. This piece dates back to the 1970s and it manifests a desig...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Oak
Large Table Lamp in Ceramic Brown color France 1970 Signed West Germany
By West German Pottery
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This lamp has been made in Germany, in the 1970s.
The ceramic is Old patinated, ..
Brown Color.
The shades are not Furnished
Signed West Germany
USA PLUG ADAPTATOR WILL BE FURNISHED...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
Steven B. Levine Handcrafted Wood Bookends
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Steven B. Levine Handcrafted Wood Bookends. Each bookends has one hidden stash box. Each is signed with the woodworkers mark. One bookends retains a inventory label from Selo/She...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Wood
Sailor and Siren Ceramic Salt and Pepper Shakers by Jonathan Adler
By Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical pair of sailor and siren ceramic salt and pepper shakers by Jonathan Adler, circa 2000s. The set is in very good condition with no chips or cracks and measures 2.5"W x 2"D...
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Gold Ceramic Bird Bowls from"Menagerie Collection" by Jonathan Adler
By Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
A lovely pair of bright gold ceramic bird bowls from the "Menagerie Collection" by Jonathan Adler, circa 1980s . The set is in very good condition with no chips or cracks; the large...
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Porcelain
H 7 in W 10 in D 6.25 in
Max Walter Svanberg Painted Ceramic Tile, for Rorstrand, Signed Titled in Bac
By Max Walter Svanberg, Rörstrand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice painted tile by the well-known artist, Max Walter Svanberg for Rorstrand.
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1970s Swedish Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
H 10.25 in W 12.25 in D 0.25 in
Vintage Italian Modernist Alabaster Trinket Box by Nordstrom
By N. Nordstrom 1, Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and sculptural alabaster trinket box. This beautiful piece comes from Italy and dates to the 1970s. The alabaster marble is translucent and softly glows with the light in t...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Alabaster
Midcentury Bar Cart Tiles and Wrought Iron, Vallauris France, 1950s
By Vallauris
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Midcentury bar cart tiles and wrought iron. Vallauris France, 1950s. Hand-painted tiles! Signed. Perfect vintage condition.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Wrought Iron
1960s Square Bisque Planter Style John Follis Architectural Pottery
By John Follis, Architectural Pottery
Located in Chula Vista, CA
midcentury modern Cream Bisque Pottery Planter attributed to John Follis designs Architectural Pottery
Stamped underneath with makers logo ADAM Ceramics USA.
7.25 x 7.25 x 5.5 Tall i...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Pottery
Vintage 1960s Mexican Folk Art Pottery Donkey Sculpture
By Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly charming and stylish pottery-clay donkey sculpture from Mexico. This unique piece is its own one of a kind that shows craftmanship and style. The sculpture presents the ...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Ceramic
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Martz Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in San Diego, CA
Bookends with ceramic tile by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall Studios.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Martz Bookends for Marshall Studios Walnut and Ceramic
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
Bookends with ceramic tile by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall Studios. Includes a
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon Martz Walnut and Tile Bookends
By Marshall Studios, Gordon Martz
Located in Fulton, CA
A pair of Mid-Century Modern solid walnut bookends with chocolate brown tile detail. Designed by
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Ceramic, Walnut
Jane and Gordon Martz Walnut Ceramic Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
Bookends with ceramic tile by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall Studios. Includes a
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Ceramic, Walnut
Bookends in Walnut and Ceramic Tiles by Marshall Studios, 1950s
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Zurich, CH
A pair of bookends in walnut with ceramic tiles by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios. The
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Martz Bookends
Gordon and Jane Martz Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Gordon Martz
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gordon and Jane Martz bookends for Marshall Studios. Signed with manufacturer's label, made from
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Martz Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Walnut bookends with ceramic tile by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Brass
Jane and Gordon Martz Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
A pair of ceramic and ash bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall Studios
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Pottery, Walnut
Jane and Gordon Martz Bookends Two Pairs
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
Two pairs of ceramic and walnut bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Pottery, Walnut
Jane and Gordon Martz bookends for Marshall Studios
By Gordon Martz
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Bookends with inset tiles by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios
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1960s Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Wood, Ceramic
Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Great pair of Martz bookend in a rarely seen pattern. Bookends are in great shape.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Metal
Black Ceramic and Teak Bookends by Martz
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black ceramic and teak bookends by Martz.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Jane And Gordon Martz Ceramic And Walnut Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jane & Gordon Martz walnut and ceramic tile inlaid bookends. Padded backsides for protection
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Ceramic, Walnut
Midcentury Martz Ceramic and Walnut Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios walnut and brass bookends with ceramic diamond
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Brass
Martz for Marshall Studios Tile and Walnut Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in New York, NY
A pair of mid-century bookends with ceramic tile insets by Martz Pottery for Marshall Studios, made
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Clay, Walnut
Gordon and Jane Martz For Marshall Studios Walnut Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in New York, NY
1960s Mid-Century Modern walnut and ceramic bookends designed by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Jane and Gordon Martz Ceramic and Walnut Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
A pair of ceramic and walnut bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall Studios
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Pottery, Walnut
Gordon and Jane Martz Walnut and Ceramic Tile Inlay Bookends, circa 1960
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Gordon and Jane Martz Walnut and ceramic tile inlay bookends, circa 1960. Walnut cubes with brass
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Pair of Jane & Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Tiled Walnut and Brass Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Miami, FL
Colorful and decorative pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut, stoneware ceramic tile and brass model TBE1-21 book ends, dating from the late 1950s. The fronts feature a diamond pattern ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Brass
H 7.5 in W 5 in D 4.25 in
Pair of Walnut and Ceramic Bookends Marshall Studios
By Gordon Martz, Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Garnerville, NY
Pair of solid walnut and ceramic tile bookends by Marshall Studios/Martz. Matte glazed tiles with
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Steel
Gordon Martz Bookends
By Gordon Martz
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury pair of teak and brass bookends with ceramic dot inlay featuring Martz pottery classic
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Brass
Gordon and Jane Martz Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in New York, NY
1970's Mid-Century Modern walnut and tile bookends designed by Gordon and Jane Martz, in vintage
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Walnut
Jane and Gordon Martz Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Gordon Martz
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of walnut bookends with inset tiles by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios on brass
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Brass
Jane and Gordon Martz Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Beautiful walnut and ceramic bookends by Martz/ Marshall Studios circa 1970s. Features well grained
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Martz Walnut Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century pair of Jane and Gordon Martz Bookends for Marshall Studios. This set is made of walnut
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Four Marshall Studio Martz tile on walnut modernist book ends
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios, Gordon Martz
Located in Ferndale, MI
Instant collection priced separately . Four Gordon and Jane Martz bookends . Walnut slabs with four
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Pottery, Walnut
Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Walnut Bookends with Inset Tiles
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This set of walnut bookends was designed by well regarded artists Gordon and Jane Marshall Martz
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon Martz Walnut, Ceramic Bookends
By Gordon Martz
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid century classic bookends made from walnut panels with ceramic insets.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Teak and Ceramic Bookends by Martz
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Teak and ceramic bookends by Martz.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Bookends
By Gordon Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Round Rock, TX
A unique and wonderful set of bookends designed by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon & Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Walnut and Tile Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Denton, TX
Solid walnut with circular inlaid tiles make for a stunning pair of bookends.
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Beautiful Walnut and Ceramic Bookends by Gordon and Jane Martz, 1950s
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful walnut and ceramic bookends by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios, 1950s.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Pair of Ceramic Tile and Walnut Bookends by Jane & Gordon Martz
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of ceramic tile and walnut bookends by Jane & Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios, circa
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Pottery, Walnut
Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Walnut and Tile Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Beautiful pair of bookends by famed ceramicists Gordon and Jane Martz for their studio, Marshall
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Jane & Gordon Martz Marshall Studios Walnut & Aqua Tile Bookends, C. 1970
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Walnut & PAle Turquoise Ceramic Tile Bookends
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Iron
Gordon Martz Ceramic Diamond Pattern Ceramic Bookends
By Gordon Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of stylish, 1950s bookends by Gordon Martz. Diamond pattern ceramic tiles, inset into walnut
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Gordon and Jane Martz Walnut & Ceramic Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Gordon and Jane Martz walnut & ceramic bookends for Marshall Studios circa 1965.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Steel
Gordon Martz Walnut and Tile Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Marshall Studios, Gordon Martz
Located in Amherst, NH
1960s pair of walnut wood and tile accented bookends designed by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Walnut
Martz Bookends for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
Bookends with ceramic tiles by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall Studios.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
Martz Ceramic and Wood Bookends
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
Bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for their company, Marshall Studios. Oiled walnut with glazed
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Pair of Oak and Ceramic Bookends by Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Asheville, NC
A lovely pair of oak and ceramic bookends designed by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
Materials
Oak, Ceramic
Bookends by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
A pair of walnut bookends with glazed ceramic tiles by Jane and Gordon Martz, for their company
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Martz Bookends
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Vintage Martz Bookends For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of vintage martz bookends for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, wood and walnut, all vintage martz bookends available were constructed with great care. Vintage martz bookends have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage martz bookends bearing mid-century modern hallmark is very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made vintage martz bookends over the years, but those made by Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz and Gordon Martz are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Vintage Martz Bookends?
Prices for vintage martz bookends can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage martz bookends begin at $180 and can go as high as $14,400, while the average can fetch as much as $363.
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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