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Modernist Bookends Black Granite and Glass Slab, circa 1980

$1,100
£841.01
€968.67
CA$1,541.44
A$1,720.87
CHF 901.71
MX$21,065.13
NOK 11,451.72
SEK 10,797.52
DKK 7,229.30
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About the Item

Elevate your interior with these striking, architecturally designed bookends—a true modernist masterpiece from circa 1980. The bold, round glass slab is delicately etched with clouds and dots, creating a mesmerizing interplay of light and texture. Anchoring this artistic vision is a base of sleek black granite, accented by a dramatic chromed metal wave. Not just visually captivating, these bookends are expertly crafted for function as well, providing substantial weight and stability to hold your favorite books in place. Designed in France with unmistakable craftsmanship, they embody sophistication and timeless appeal, even without a visible designer's mark. A rare find that seamlessly blends form and function. Dimensions (each piece): 6.32 in wide (16 cm) by 3.57 in deep (9 cm) by 6.32 in high (16 cm).
  • Similar to:
    Paris Studio (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.32 in (16.06 cm)Width: 6.32 in (16.06 cm)Depth: 3.57 in (9.07 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1980
  • Condition:
    The bookends are in excellent condition, with no visible traces of use.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9K046CEBACA1stDibs: LU1632241963222

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