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Period: Mid-20th Century
Mid Century Sommerso Art Glass Elephant Bookend
Mid Century Sommerso Art Glass Elephant Bookend

Mid Century Sommerso Art Glass Elephant Bookend

Located in Fairfield, CA

A mid century art glass bookend in the shape of an elephant. Beautiful sommerso ("submerged" in Italian) effect to the glass with a dominant amber color layered over a greenish color...

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Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Brass Duck Head Bookends Hollywood Regency circa 1950
Vintage Brass Duck Head Bookends Hollywood Regency circa 1950

Vintage Brass Duck Head Bookends Hollywood Regency circa 1950

By Sarried Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Pair of Large Mid-Century Brass Duck Head Bookends, Sarried Style, circa 1950 A striking pair of vintage Hollywood Regency mid-century solid brass bookends, modeled as stylized malla...

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Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Squirrel Bookends by Max Le Verrier, France, 1930s
Art Deco Squirrel Bookends by Max Le Verrier, France, 1930s

Art Deco Squirrel Bookends by Max Le Verrier, France, 1930s

By Max Le Verrier

Located in Bochum, NRW

A refined and authentic pair of Art Deco squirrel bookends by celebrated French sculptor Max Le Verrier, produced in the 1930s in his Paris atelier. Cast in art metal with a deep gre...

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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Black & White Marble Bookends Vintage German 1960s
Black & White Marble Bookends Vintage German 1960s

Black & White Marble Bookends Vintage German 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A sculptural pair of marble bookends, Germany, circa 1960s. Executed in solid marble with a refined minimalist sensibility, these pieces embody the quiet elegance of mid-century Euro...

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German Art Nouveau Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble

Italian Murano Art Glass Fruit Bookends
Italian Murano Art Glass Fruit Bookends

Italian Murano Art Glass Fruit Bookends

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial pair of Italian Murano pear and peach fruit bookends or decorative object sculptures, circa mid to late-20th century, Italy. These beautiful Murano art gl...

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Italian Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Art Deco Swallows Birds Bookends 1930s
Pair of Art Deco Swallows Birds Bookends 1930s

Pair of Art Deco Swallows Birds Bookends 1930s

Located in Poperinge, BE

Beautiful vintage bookends, a pair of Art Deco bird or swallow bookends with a beige and red veined marble base; the birds are crafted from spelter metal, authentic Art Deco objects ...

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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Pair of Vintage Bronze Charging Elephant Bookends
Pair of Vintage Bronze Charging Elephant Bookends

Pair of Vintage Bronze Charging Elephant Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice and hard to find pair of Art Deco style bronze charging elephant bookends., circa 1940s. The bookends are in original condition with a fine patina, some light oxidation ...

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American Art Deco Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Mushroom Alabaster Bookends Sculptures
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Mushroom Alabaster Bookends Sculptures

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Mushroom Alabaster Bookends Sculptures

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

These substantial alabaster Mushroom sculptures were hand carved in Italy. This classic pair most certainly would accentuate your home on a bookcase, table, or desk. This pair is a f...

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Alabaster

Lucite Acrylic Bookends, Pair, circa Midcentury 20th century
Lucite Acrylic Bookends, Pair, circa Midcentury 20th century

Lucite Acrylic Bookends, Pair, circa Midcentury 20th century

Located in New York, NY

A pair of clear Lucite acrylic bookends with Modern edge and jewel-like design, in the Modern style, Midcentury Modern design period, circa mid-20th century, 1960s. Top of bookend ha...

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American Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Lucite, Acrylic

French Art Deco Marble and Silver Plate Fish Bookends, 1920s–1930s
French Art Deco Marble and Silver Plate Fish Bookends, 1920s–1930s

French Art Deco Marble and Silver Plate Fish Bookends, 1920s–1930s

Located in Knivsta, SE

French Art Deco Marble and Silver Plate Fish Bookends, 1920s–1930s A striking and highly decorative pair of French Art Deco bookends from the 1920s–1930s, executed in richly veined ...

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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble, Silver Plate

Vintage Pair of Carved Mexican Onyx Stone Bookends
Vintage Pair of Carved Mexican Onyx Stone Bookends

Vintage Pair of Carved Mexican Onyx Stone Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Nice vintage pair of carved Mexican onyx stone bookends, circa 1970s. The bookends depict a sleeping man with poncho and sombrero sitting by a cactus; they have wonderful veining an...

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Mexican Bohemian Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Onyx

Mid-20th Century Pair of Faux Marble and Plaster Bookends
Mid-20th Century Pair of Faux Marble and Plaster Bookends

Mid-20th Century Pair of Faux Marble and Plaster Bookends

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Mid-20th century pair of bookends, faux marble and plaster, likely Italian. Well modeled curly haired gilt plaster putti with black and burnt orange high...

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Italian Baroque Revival Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Mid-Century White Marble Horse Head Bookends
Pair of Mid-Century White Marble Horse Head Bookends

Pair of Mid-Century White Marble Horse Head Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Very stylish pair of mid-century white marble horse head bookends, circa 1970s. The bookends are heavy and solid and well crafted. They measure 8"W x 2.25"D x 8.5"H and would make a ...

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American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Alabaster

Pair of Solid Brass Folding Chinese Foo Dog Bookends
Pair of Solid Brass Folding Chinese Foo Dog Bookends

Pair of Solid Brass Folding Chinese Foo Dog Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful pair of solid brass folding foo dog bookends, circa 1960s. The bookends are in good vintage condition and measure 7"W x 3.5"D x 6"H. Great look! #3588

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Chinese Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair Of Vintage Aztec Figure Bookends, Banded Agate, Book Rest, Art Deco, C.1930
Pair Of Vintage Aztec Figure Bookends, Banded Agate, Book Rest, Art Deco, C.1930

Pair Of Vintage Aztec Figure Bookends, Banded Agate, Book Rest, Art Deco, C.1930

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of vintage Aztec bookends. A South American, hand-carved banded agate stone figure, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Distinctive figural carving and superb n...

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Mexican Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Agate

Brass Gazelle on Lucite Mount Antelope Bookends a Pair 1950s
Brass Gazelle on Lucite Mount Antelope Bookends a Pair 1950s

Brass Gazelle on Lucite Mount Antelope Bookends a Pair 1950s

By Sarreid Ltd.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

This exquisite pair of Art Deco Revival brass gazelle bust bookends, mounted on amber Lucite bases, embodies the elegance of Hollywood Regency style. Crafted in the 1950s, these poli...

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American Hollywood Regency Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Budgerigar Bookends, Italian, Onyx Marble, Budgies, Novel Rest
Pair of Vintage Budgerigar Bookends, Italian, Onyx Marble, Budgies, Novel Rest

Pair of Vintage Budgerigar Bookends, Italian, Onyx Marble, Budgies, Novel Rest

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of vintage budgerigar bookends. An Italian, cast metal and onyx marble budgie novel rest, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. Wonderful desk companions with c...

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble, Metal

Ben Seibel Stirrup Bookends, Brass, Jenfred-Ware, Raymor, Signed
Ben Seibel Stirrup Bookends, Brass, Jenfred-Ware, Raymor, Signed

Ben Seibel Stirrup Bookends, Brass, Jenfred-Ware, Raymor, Signed

By Ben Seibel, Jenfred Ware, Raymor

Located in New York, NY

Ben Seibel Stirrup bookends, brass, Jenfred-Ware, Raymor, signed. A very clean pair with original bright warm brass finish with some minor age spotting. Impressed signatures: Jenfred...

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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Bookends Antelopes Signed Limousin
Art Deco Bookends Antelopes Signed Limousin

Art Deco Bookends Antelopes Signed Limousin

By Limousin

Located in NANTES, FR

Large pair of spelter bookends around 1930 by Jacques Limousin. Antelope on a portor marble base and onyx application. Signed Limousin on the base. ...

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Art Deco Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Spelter

Mid-Century Brass and Leather Horse Head Bookends
Mid-Century Brass and Leather Horse Head Bookends

Mid-Century Brass and Leather Horse Head Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Striking pair of vintage brass and leather horse head bookends, circa 1970s. The bookends are in good vintage condition with a beautiful patina and measure 8.25"W x 4"D x 8.25"H. Perfect for your mid-century or Hollywood Regency decor...

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American Hollywood Regency Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair 1950s Patinated Cast Brass Duck Mallard Head Bookends Mid-Century Modern
Pair 1950s Patinated Cast Brass Duck Mallard Head Bookends Mid-Century Modern

Pair 1950s Patinated Cast Brass Duck Mallard Head Bookends Mid-Century Modern

By Sarreid Ltd.

Located in Miami, FL

Sarreid attributed Vintage pair of patinated cast brass duck or Mallard Head bookends, Paperweight Home Decor, circa 1950. Great for holding up books on a bookshelf or as paper weigh...

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Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Brass

Art Deco bookends PEGASUS by G.H. Laurent France 1930, winged horses.
Art Deco bookends PEGASUS by G.H. Laurent France 1930, winged horses.

Art Deco bookends PEGASUS by G.H. Laurent France 1930, winged horses.

By Georges H. Laurent

Located in Antwerp, BE

Discover these original Art Deco sculptures, a pair of exquisite Pegasus winged horse bookends by G.H. Laurent for Max Le Verrier (ca. 1930). Crafted in art metal with a green patina...

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French Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Piero Fornasetti - Libri Proibiti Bookends, Italy
Mid-Century Piero Fornasetti - Libri Proibiti Bookends, Italy

Mid-Century Piero Fornasetti - Libri Proibiti Bookends, Italy

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Chicago, IL

Fornasetti - Libri Proibiti Bookends, Italy 1950's. Pair of hand silkscreened metal bookends is embellished with the Libri Proibiti (Forbidden Books). Original Measure 8" tall

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Metal

Antique mid-century marble "Elephant" Bookend, 1940s
Antique mid-century marble "Elephant" Bookend, 1940s

Antique mid-century marble "Elephant" Bookend, 1940s

Located in Palermo, IT

Antique mid-century marble "Elephant" bookend, 1940s Intact and in good condition, with minor signs of wear. Width 28 cm Height 15.5 cm Depth 7 cm

Category

Italian Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Leather-Covered Wood Bookends by the Hermès, France
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Leather-Covered Wood Bookends by the Hermès, France

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Leather-Covered Wood Bookends by the Hermès, France

By Hermès

Located in North Miami, FL

Pair of mid-20th century Modern leather-covered wood bookends by the luxury brand Hermès Paris, France By: Hermès Paris Material: wood, leather Technique: carved, hand-carved, hand-...

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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Wood

Rare find! Pair of Bronze Bookends / Sculptures by Heinz Goll, Austria 1960s
Rare find! Pair of Bronze Bookends / Sculptures by Heinz Goll, Austria 1960s

Rare find! Pair of Bronze Bookends / Sculptures by Heinz Goll, Austria 1960s

By Heinz Goll

Located in Cork, IE

This pair of sculptural bookends truly is a rare find! Designed by Hannes Heinz Goll, the Austrian enfant terrible of the 60's art scene and co-founder of the "Grüne Galerie" (green...

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Austrian Brutalist Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Mid-Century French Bear Sculptures Bookends on Carved Log Bases
Pair of Mid-Century French Bear Sculptures Bookends on Carved Log Bases

Pair of Mid-Century French Bear Sculptures Bookends on Carved Log Bases

Located in Dallas, TX

Dress a study, library, or mountain-style chalet interior with this striking pair of mid-20th-century French bookends. Crafted in France around 1950, each sculptural support features...

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French Black Forest Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Resin

Ben Seibel Stirrup Bookends, Copper, Jenfred-Ware Circa 1954
Ben Seibel Stirrup Bookends, Copper, Jenfred-Ware Circa 1954

Ben Seibel Stirrup Bookends, Copper, Jenfred-Ware Circa 1954

By Ben Seibel, Jenfred Ware

Located in Peoria, AZ

Ben Seibel Stirrup bookends, rare copper, Jenfred-Ware, Raymor. This is a magnificent pair of Ben Seibel bookends with a mirror like copper finish! For those whose bookshelves blend...

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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Copper

1930s Art Deco Marble and Green Metal French Birds Bookends
1930s Art Deco Marble and Green Metal French Birds Bookends

1930s Art Deco Marble and Green Metal French Birds Bookends

Located in Catania, Sicilia

This is a pair of 1930s Art Deco French bookends. Each bookend features a sculptural bird design made of metal, which exudes an elegant and streamlined aesthetic typical of the Art D...

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French Art Deco Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble, Metal

Vintage Italian Pair of Rotating Globes Sculptures Wood Bookends
Vintage Italian Pair of Rotating Globes Sculptures Wood Bookends

Vintage Italian Pair of Rotating Globes Sculptures Wood Bookends

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming set of globe bookends from Italy. Sturdy and sculptural, these are ideal in a formal or informal setting on a bookshelf or stand alone on a console, coffee or side table. Ma...

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Wood

L E Smith Glass Horse Bookends, a Pair
L E Smith Glass Horse Bookends, a Pair

L E Smith Glass Horse Bookends, a Pair

By L.E. Smith Glass Company

Located in Bradenton, FL

A pair of clear glass rearing horse bookends by L.E. Smith, circa 1940. Glass is cast with bold curved silhouettes and details to the ears, eyes, hooves and flowing tails. Finished u...

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American Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Glass

Pair of Mid-Century Onyx Marble Horse Head Bookends Library Mexico, Germany
Pair of Mid-Century Onyx Marble Horse Head Bookends Library Mexico, Germany

Pair of Mid-Century Onyx Marble Horse Head Bookends Library Mexico, Germany

Located in Andernach, DE

Striking and sculptural, this pair of large, mid-century, marble horse-head bookends exudes timeless elegance and craftsmanship. Crafted in Mexico in the 1960s to1970s, , found in ...

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Mexican Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Onyx

Pair of Sculptural Verde Marble Cubist Bookends, Italy, 1970s
Pair of Sculptural Verde Marble Cubist Bookends, Italy, 1970s

Pair of Sculptural Verde Marble Cubist Bookends, Italy, 1970s

Located in San Diego, CA

Substantial pair of sculptural green marble bookends with clean geometric lines and deeply carved book rests. The rich verde marble displays dramatic natural veining throughout, rang...

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Italian Post-Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble

Organic Modern Alabaster Marble Sculpture
Organic Modern Alabaster Marble Sculpture

Organic Modern Alabaster Marble Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

A substantial organic modern alabaster marble sculpture, circa mid-20th century. This organic modern alabaster marble sculpture is all neutral tones w...

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Organic Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Alabaster

"Girl and Goose, " Rare Pair of Art Deco Bronze Bookends by Bach
"Girl and Goose, " Rare Pair of Art Deco Bronze Bookends by Bach

"Girl and Goose, " Rare Pair of Art Deco Bronze Bookends by Bach

By Oscar Bruno Bach

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautifully detailed, with a gorgeous deep patina, this rare pair of bronze bookends by Oscar Bach depict girls holding geese by the neck, like something out of a charming nursery rh...

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American Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Bronze

A pair or vintage Italian alabaster mushroom bookends, circa 1960
A pair or vintage Italian alabaster mushroom bookends, circa 1960

A pair or vintage Italian alabaster mushroom bookends, circa 1960

Located in View Park, CA

A pair of hand-carved alabaster marble bookends, made in Italy circa 1960. These sculptural bookends boast tones of auburn, ochre, and pewter. Original sticker on verso of one mushro...

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Alabaster

Just Andersen Set of Art Deco Elephant Bookends Disko Metal Model 165, 1930s
Just Andersen Set of Art Deco Elephant Bookends Disko Metal Model 165, 1930s

Just Andersen Set of Art Deco Elephant Bookends Disko Metal Model 165, 1930s

By Just Andersen

Located in Odense, DK

Wonderful set of rare "elephant" bookends in patented Disko metal made in the 1930s by Just Andersen, Denmark. Both stamped underneath. Just Andersen (1884–1943) was a Danish decorat...

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Danish Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Metal

Pair of Midcentury Marble and Wooden Horse Head Bookends
Pair of Midcentury Marble and Wooden Horse Head Bookends

Pair of Midcentury Marble and Wooden Horse Head Bookends

Located in Antwerp, BE

Stylish pair of midcentury wooden horse head bookends, circa 1970s. The bookends are heavy and well crafted, they are honey cream in color on a black marble base. Great addition to a...

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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble

Pair of MCM Forged Iron Brutalist Owl Bookends In the Style of Isamu Noguchi
Pair of MCM Forged Iron Brutalist Owl Bookends In the Style of Isamu Noguchi

Pair of MCM Forged Iron Brutalist Owl Bookends In the Style of Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in San Diego, CA

Cool and rare pair of MCM brutalist style forged iron owl bookends in the style of Isamu Noguchi, circa 1950s. The bookends are heavy and solid with with a great patina and original ...

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North American Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of Vintage Brass and Chrome Tennis Racket and Ball Bookends c. 1980s USA
Pair of Vintage Brass and Chrome Tennis Racket and Ball Bookends c. 1980s USA

Pair of Vintage Brass and Chrome Tennis Racket and Ball Bookends c. 1980s USA

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Pair of Vintage Brass and Chrome Tennis Racket and Ball Bookends, USA, circa 1980s Add a touch of sporty sophistication to your home or office with this striking pair of vintage tenn...

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American Post-Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Chrome

Mid Century Sheldon Rose Alpha Sculpt Cube Letterpress Sculptures Bookends 1960s
Mid Century Sheldon Rose Alpha Sculpt Cube Letterpress Sculptures Bookends 1960s

Mid Century Sheldon Rose Alpha Sculpt Cube Letterpress Sculptures Bookends 1960s

By Sheldon Rose

Located in Troy, MI

Pair of Mid Century Modern typographic cube sculptures or bookends designed by Sheldon Rose circa 1960s Titled "Alpha Sculpt" formed of cast metal with raised letters and symbols ...

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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Metal

Curtis Clawson Mid Century Modern Brutalist Nautical Bronze & Marble Bookends
Curtis Clawson Mid Century Modern Brutalist Nautical Bronze & Marble Bookends

Curtis Clawson Mid Century Modern Brutalist Nautical Bronze & Marble Bookends

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Curtis Clawson Mid Century Modern Brutalist Nautical Maritime Figural Bronze & Marble Bookends. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 5.25" H x 6.75" W x 4.5" D.

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Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Bookends, 1960s, Set of 2
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Bookends, 1960s, Set of 2

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Bookends, 1960s, Set of 2

Located in KUTNO, PL

These wooden bookends have a distinctly sculptural, modernist character, combining practicality with decorative form. Each bookend consists of a solid base and a vertical element th...

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Art Deco Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Wood

Set of Vintage Alabaster Marble Hellenistic Bust Bookends From Italy
Set of Vintage Alabaster Marble Hellenistic Bust Bookends From Italy

Set of Vintage Alabaster Marble Hellenistic Bust Bookends From Italy

By Lladro

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and stylist set of alabaster marble bookends with greek busts. These beautiful pieces date to the 1950s and are incredibly sculptural and impactful. Resting in alabaster ...

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Italian Empire Revival Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Marble

Vintage Art Nouveau “Eve” Bookends 1930s by Verona
Vintage Art Nouveau “Eve” Bookends 1930s by Verona

Vintage Art Nouveau “Eve” Bookends 1930s by Verona

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful pair of vintage Art Noeveau bookends by Verona. This set in beautifully aged cast iron reminiscence of the art noeveau era with its use of arches and curved forms. In this ...

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American Art Nouveau Vintage Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Iron

Murano Salviati Glowing Uranium Art Glass Italian Bird Bookend Sculptures
Murano Salviati Glowing Uranium Art Glass Italian Bird Bookend Sculptures

Murano Salviati Glowing Uranium Art Glass Italian Bird Bookend Sculptures

By Salviati

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown uranium yellow with orange tails Italian art glass chirping birds bookend sculptures. They are documented to the Salviati Company. I have opened s...

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass