Inlay Bookends

Unique on 1stdibs and very rare in the world are these marvelous eagle sculpture bookends. If eagles have a special meaning to you or to one of your loved ones then this very rare pair could be the perfect gift. These hand carved out of alabaster American or bald eagles are great decoration for a desk or a bookshelf. The sculptor perfectly captured the strict and piercing gaze of these majestic creatures. What makes this rare pair even more special is that they come with inlaid glass eyes. Just like the superbly carved alabaster these antique eyes...

Pair of Ben Seibel for Jenfred Ware brass bookends with an inlaid walnut diamond motif. Wear throughout, as shown (patina, tarnish, scuffs). Newly polished condition. Original green ...

Marvelous pair of stylized and quality carved sheepdog bookends by P. Belys. In this day and age it is getting ever harder to find anything that is really handcrafted, let alone som...

Hand carved, rare and stylish, standing owl bookstands. Given the fact that owls are the international symbol for wisdom and learning, they are the perfect sculptures on a pair of bookends. These good size, hand-sculpted owls are beautiful in size, shape and in color and they are a joy to own and look at. These are no sleepy owls and with their piercing, yellow glass eyes scanning the room, every mouse will think twice before entering. The bright colored eyes against the ebonized wooden backgrounds, make them stand out even more and for that reason they also look amazing from further away. These decorative and meaningful pieces of early 20th century craftsmanship will also make a great gift for a teacher, student or anybody with an interest in learning and knowing. These owl sculpture bookends...

Handsome pair of vintage Arts & Crafts bookends of copper and glass mosaic. They are in wonderful vintage condition with nice patina. Please see photos, circa 1920s-1940s. Wow! Is...

Super cool and large 21st century design sculptural carved rosewood and inlaid nickel wood "High Roller" dice bookends atop a nickel bases.  

This pair of bookends have been made in the form of stylized tropical leaves and are composed of bone colored tessellated stone accented with brass inlay. The backs of the bookends a...