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Bookends For Sale
Three Spectacular Peter Giba Horse Sculptures Along With Three P Giba Head Sculp
Located in Buchanan, MI
Here are three brilliant, carved mahogany horse sculptures that display an uncanny talent for capturing the spirit of the animals. Carved with rare atte...
Category
Mid-20th Century George III Bookends
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Bookends - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a splash of retro charm and earthy elegance to your shelves with this unique set of vintage boho glazed ceramic bookends. Featuring an organic swirl pattern in warm terracotta an...
Category
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Bookends
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco marble and bronze bookcase
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
French Art Deco Marble and Bronze Dove Bookends
Pair of French Art Deco bookends, crafted in polished black marble and silver-plated bronze. Each piece features a rectangular marble ...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Glossy Black Tube Bookends by Maha Alavi Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Glossy Black 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 Canadian industrial designer. Her p...
Category
2010s Japanese Post-Modern Bookends
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel
Blenko Glass Twisted Hearts Clear Block Bookends Wayne Husted, 1969
Located in Miami, FL
Blenko glass twisted hearts clear block bookends, Wayne Husted 1969
Offered for sale is a pair of Blenko "Twisted Hearts" clear block bookends designed by Wayne Husted in 1969. Th...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Glass
Midcentury Marble and Brass Fish Bookends
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pair of fish bookends with marble pinkish base and brass angel fish. Measures approx - 3.25deep x 5 wide x 6.25 high.
Category
1960s American Art Deco Vintage Bookends
Materials
Marble, Brass
"Bunny" Black & Gold marble bookend set in the shape of a rabbit
Located in Trapani, IT
Black & Gold marble "Bunny" bookends are a pair of cute little animals with left and right positioning; an original way to beautify your bookshelf. Designed by designer Alessandra Gr...
Category
2010s Italian Bookends
Materials
Marble, Iron
Set of French Art Déco Zamac Winged Cherub/Fairy Child Bookends with Marble Base
Located in North Miami, FL
Set of early 20th century french Art Déco zamac winged cherub/fairy child bookends with marble base
By: unknown
Material: aluminum, bronze, marble, metal, zinc, copper
Technique: ca...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Metal, Aluminum, Bronze, Zinc, Copper
Vintage Art Nouveau Patinated Cast Metal Sheaf of Wheat Doorstop Bookends - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Nouveau Patinated Cast Metal Sheaf of Wheat Doorstop Bookends - Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements:10.5" H x 6.5" W x 3.5" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Bookends
Materials
Metal
Pair of Figural Custom Bookends
By Samuel Joseph Brown
Located in New York, NY
Interesting pair of midcentury figural custom aluminum bookends created by Philadelphia artist Samuel Joseph brown (1907-1994).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Aluminum
"Bunny" white Carrara marble bookend set in the shape of a rabbit
Located in Trapani, IT
Carrara marble Bainco "Bunny" bookends are a pair of cute little animals with left and right positioning; an original way to beautify your bookshelf. Designed by designer Alessandra ...
Category
2010s Italian Bookends
Materials
Marble, Iron
Pair Cold Painted Austrian Polychrome Bookends of Arabian Merchants and Pyramids
Located in Richmond, VA
Pair of late 19th-early 20th century cold painted Austrian polychrome bookends of Arabian merchants, palm trees and pyramids in the background.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Stylish 1950s Wood and Iron Ashtray & Magazine Rack Combo - Mid-Century Utility
Located in Manzano, IT
Stylish 1950s Wood and Iron Ashtray & Magazine Rack Combo - Mid-Century Utility and Charm
Elevate your living space with this unique 1950s ashtray and magazine rack combo, expertly ...
Category
1950s Vintage Bookends
Materials
Iron
1980 Italy Post-Modern Alessandro Guerriero Abstract Sculpture Portabuono Quo
Located in Brescia, IT
This artwork was created by the Italian artist Alessandro Guierriero, it is a multiple of a serie of specimens made in limited edition not numbered.
The set is forged in aluminum and...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Bookends
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Silvered Bronze Baby Bust Bookends. 1920´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Silvered Bronze Baby Bust Bookends. 1920´s
Pair Silvered Bronze Baby Sculptures Busts, Laughing.
Bronze bust of a child Bookends, mounted over bl...
Category
Early 20th Century Argentine Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble, Bronze
"Bunny" right-hand bookend made of Picasso Green marble in the shape of a rabbit
Located in Trapani, IT
"Bunny" bookends in Picasso Green marble with right-hand positioning; an original way to beautify your bookcase. Designed by designer Alessandra Grasso, it allows people to approach ...
Category
2010s Italian Bookends
Materials
Marble, Iron
"Bunny" left bookend made of white Carrara marble in the shape of a rabbit
Located in Trapani, IT
"Bunny" bookends in White Carrara marble with left-hand positioning; an original way to beautify your bookcase. Designed by designer Alessandra Grasso, it allows people to approach t...
Category
2010s Italian Bookends
Materials
Marble, Iron
Pair of Vintage Rare Freeform Geode Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile set of white and gray colored geode bookends, circa 1960s. The set is in very good vintage condition. This particular set is a unique pair that parallels two sides. One s...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookends
Materials
Rock Crystal
COPPIA FERMALIBRI - Ottone argentato (base) é dorato(racchette) - USA 1980.
Located in Milano, IT
Coppia di ferma libri in ottone argentato e dorato ,con racchette da tennis .
In ottimo stato.
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Bookends
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Granite Bookends, Set of 2
Located in KUTNO, PL
Sturdy and extremely durable book rests made of pink granite, inspired by Art Déco style - elegant, geometric and timeless form.
This is not only a practical addition to the library,...
Category
1970s Art Deco Vintage Bookends
Materials
Granite
Parity Bronze Set of 2 Bookends
Located in Paris, FR
Bookends Parity Bronze Set of 2 all in solid
bronze in dark finish with small blue subtle
diffuse spots taken into the bronze.
Dimensions: L11xD07xH20cm Each.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Italian Lira magazine rack by Pierangelo Gallotti for Gallotti and Radice, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Lira magazine rack by Pierangelo Gallotti for Gallotti and Radice, 1980s.
Lira model magazine rack with curved steel rod structure and curved smoked glass support surface ins...
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Bookends
Materials
Steel
18th Century French Door Locks On Marble As Bookends - A Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of 18th century French door locks artfully repurposed into elegant bookends. Each lock, originally crafted circa in 1790, features intricate bronze doré detailing and unique t...
Category
1790s French Antique Bookends
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Spinzi Capo Sculptural Bookend in Metal, Tiffany Blue, Collectible Decorative
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Capo is a sculptural bookend designed by Spinzi Milano and hand-crafted from metal. Finished in shades of bright colors, it is designed to add an unexpected and playful touch of vibr...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bookends
Materials
Metal, Steel
Travertine Column Bookends Made in Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid travertine vintage column bookends, made in Italy
Category
20th Century Italian Bookends
Materials
Travertine
Vintage Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Wall Self or Corbel
Located in Seattle, WA
This could be used for a variety of purposes such as Book Ends, Corbels or wall shelving. Painted intricate wood design with beautiful Patina. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age a...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookends
Materials
Wood
Pair Antique American Figural "Father Knickerbocker" Bookends, Circa 1890-1910.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique American Figural "Father Knickerbocker" Bookends, Circa 1890-1910.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Bookends
Materials
Wood
Pausa Book Divider, Onyx
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The best way to enter the universe of writing is through books and its reading in stimulating pauses. The collection of dividers and paperweights owe their names to these moments: Pa...
Category
2010s Mexican Bookends
Materials
Onyx
Bookends
Located in Studio City, CA
Nut and bolt bookends. Measures 6"D x 5"H
Category
1940s Unknown Vintage Bookends
Materials
Lucite
Unusual Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Oversized Nose Bookends
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual pair of oversized Italian Marble composition bookends. Outrageous and fun, a must have for the person who already has everything. I am sure they don't have a pair of these!
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookends
Materials
Cast Stone
Greco Roman Fighters Gilt Bronze Bookends, France, 1920
By Frecourt
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Very nice Greco Roman fighters bookends. Statues made of gilt bronze. Bases signed Frecourt and France. The figures are different one from the other.
Category
Early 20th Century French Greco Roman Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Lucite Tortoise Celluloid Streamline Book Ends
Located in Westport, CT
Midcentury Lucite tortoise celluloid streamline handmade
Book ends, high style construction.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Acrylic, Lucite
Pair of Art Glass Elephant Bookends
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Art Glass Elephant Bookends. Metal heads and smoky and clear glass bases. Not signed but in the style of Murano. Excellent Vintage condition, no chips or cracks, very heavy, ...
Category
20th Century Bookends
Materials
Metal
Steel Doorstop/Bookend, United States, 20th C
Located in New York City, NY
Blackened steel door stop / bookend.
Category
20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Steel
Patinated Steel Flatware Molds by Lunt Silversmiths
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A collection of machined steel silverware molds which can be used as bookends or sculpture. Sold in pairs.
Category
20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Metal
Set Of 2 Balance Bookends by Essesi
Located in Geneve, CH
Set Of 2 Balance Bookends by Essesi
Limited Edition Of 50 Pieces
Dimensions: D 11,2 x W 11,2 x H 6,6 cm.
Materials: Mirror-polished aluminum.
Essesi is a growing collection that c...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Bookends
Materials
Aluminum
Whimsical Pair of Curtis Jere Brass Onyx Tennis Player Bookends, Mid-Century
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Whimsical pair of girl and boy signed Curtis Jere brass tennis player bookends on onyx bases. Great gift for the tennis player who has everything!
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookends
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Italian Brass Bookends in the style of Gabriella Crespi, 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
These Italian Brass Bookends, crafted in the style of Gabriella Crespi during the 1970s, stand as exceptional pieces of functional artistry, each exuding a timeless elegance and soph...
Category
1970s Italian Renaissance Revival Vintage Bookends
Materials
Brass
Inlaid Chinese Bookends
Located in Tampa, FL
A pair of 1920s Chinese carved teakwood bookends that have been inlaid with soapstone which has also been carved with designs. There's a tag on the back, possibly for import.
Category
1920s Chinese Vintage Bookends
Materials
Soapstone
Whimsical Pair of Walnut Signed Deborah Bump Owl Bookends Mid-Century Modern
By Deborah Bump
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Whimsical pair of carved solid walnut owl bookends by artisan Deborah Bump. Well carved owls in her well-known Minimalist Mid-Century style. This is the 1...
Category
1970s American Vintage Bookends
Materials
Metal
Antique Wood And Sterling Overlay Bookend Pair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A set of wood books ends with intricate sterling silver overlays having a shield and flowers. Very solid feeling with good weight.
Marks: Sterling, 1321
Dimensions: 5 1/2" H x 7 1/...
Category
Early 20th Century Georgian Bookends
Materials
Sterling Silver
Original Steel Iced Tea spoon by Lunt Silversmiths
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A machined steel Tea spoon dies which can be used as a bookend or sculpture.
Category
20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Metal
Antique Walnut Lectern, 19th Century Rome 'Italy'
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique walnut lectern, 19th century Rome (Italy), built with exhibition bell and internal container, 3 hand-turned support legs, from Rome, ideal as a display for books, sheet music...
Category
19th Century Antique Bookends
Materials
Walnut
Cenedese Murano 70 Book Stopper
By Cenedese
Located in Budapest, HU
Cenedese Murano 70 glass book stoppers, stunning decorative pieces that combine functionality with artistry. Each book stopper features a unique ink-fused-like coloring, reminiscent...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Bookends
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Japanese Bronze Bookends, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Japanese bronze bookends, circa 1880.
Category
1880s Japanese Antique Bookends
Materials
Bronze
Owl Bookends by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Blenko glass bookends, designed by Joel Myers. In overall excellent condition, with no chips or repairs.
We have 4 pairs in stock and on display in our Los Angeles Arts Distr...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookends
Materials
Glass
Limes Bookends by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Limes bookends by Imperfettolab
Dimensions: 25 x 25 x H 41 cm
Materials: Fiberglass
Imperfetto Lab
Who we are ? We are a family.
Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our child...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bookends
Materials
Fiberglass
Talon Bookend with Leather Body by Madheke
Located in Geneve, CH
Talon bookend with leather body by Madheke
Dimensions: W 6.2 D 15.2 H 21 cm
Materials: Leather, Carbon Fibre, Wood
The TALON bookend offers both functionality and style and is a...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Bookends
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique H.L. Judd Co Cast Iron Bookends Native American Indian Chief
Located in Greer, SC
These high quality cast iron bookends were created by the H.L. Judd Company and made in the early 1900's. These heavy cast iron bookends are in wonderful condition considering their ...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Bookends
Materials
Iron
Don Shoemaker for Señal Bookends in Solid Cocobolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of solid wood bookends by Mexican-American designer Don Shoemaker for his company, Señal. Rendered in highly figured cocobolo wood, a species of local tropical wood similar to...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Cocobolo
Black Brass Golfer Set of 2 Bookends
Located in Paris, FR
Bookends black brass golfer set of 2 in solid
brass in black matte finish. With half golf ball on
each book end set with cristals.
Measures: L 9 x D 9 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookends
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Ship Bookends by Blenko
By Blenko Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century era, pair of Blenko, thick glass ship bookends. Solid, handblown, with back side a smooth finish and front side a textural finish.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookends
Materials
Glass
Vintage French Wooden Bookends
Located in High Point, NC
These original bookends, originating from 20th-century France, showcase expert carving into smooth, L-shaped geometric figures. Accompanied by bottle-like wooden containers, they pro...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Stone Column Bookends - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of architectural elegance to your space with these Vintage Boho Stone Column Bookends, a striking set that blends historical charm with natural beauty. Crafted from fossi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Stone
Vintage Boho Branch Cross Section Bookends
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fabulous pair of vintage Boho bookends. A chic rough cut cross section of a thick branch. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Bookends
Materials
Wood
Yellow Marble & Crystal Bookend Contemporary Design Joaquín Moll in Stock Meddel
By Meddel, Joaquín Moll
Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL
Yellow Marble & Crystal Bookend Contemporary Design Joaquín Moll in Stock Meddel
This stunning bookend, crafted from Spanish yellow marble and crystal, seamlessly combines functional...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Bookends
Materials
Stone, Marble, Crystal
Apollineo Bookend 2 in Leccese Stone and Hand-Painted Ceramic
By TIPSTUDIO
Located in Florence, IT
The Apollineo collection mergs classical and contemporary elements to define a unique aesthetic inspired by Mediterranean architecture and vibes. Sun-blessed pure volumes, shapes mar...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Bookends
Materials
Limestone, Stone
Pair of French Bronze Bookends
Located in Dallas, TX
Wonderful pair of French gilt bronze bookends each depicting a seated young centaur playing a horn. Having nicely detailed casting and lustrous finish. Absolutely darling and worth...
Category
19th Century French Antique Bookends
Materials
Ormolu
Antique, New and Vintage Bookends
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.