Kids-Playing-Marbles Bookends

This charming pair of bookends show children at play in bygone days, when that involved being outdoors, playing with marbles. Made in the U.S.A., 20th century.

Pair of Bookends --
Elegant Thoroughbreds

Golfer Bookends

Having finally achieved the perfect stance, these very serious golfers hold onto it. The perfect gift for a golf-loving friend or relative, this pair of  American-made bookends make a witty addition to the city or country library.

Pair of Squirrel Bookends

Pineapple Bookends

These hand-finished pineapple bookends are an elegant way to set off your favorite volumes in a breakfront, on a shelf or on a tabletop. American-made, they're available either in a dark, burnished finish or a lighter maplewood color. Because the pineapple is the symbol of hospitality, nothing makes a more appropriate housewarming gift.

Doggie and Kitty Bookends

A curious little dog and an understandably wary cat face off at either end of a favorite set of books. Made in the U.S.A., 20th century.

Yellow Lab Bookends

Old Yeller keeps watch over his master's (or mistress's) favorite first editions. Made in the U.S.A., 20th century.

Setter Bookends

Bred for hunting in England, Ireland, Wales and elsewhere, setters are proud and elegant dogs but, as their admirers know, friendly and playful as well. These two, made in the U.S. to keep an eye on your bookshelf, won't require much exercise.

Pair of American Eagle Bookends / Mantle Ornaments

Elephant Bookends

A dignified elephant, coming and going, protects your precious books. From England, circa 1920.

Acanthus-Leaf Bookends

The acanthus leaf has been used as a decorative element since ancient Greece, so this pretty pair of contemporary bookends will add a classic note to your bookshelf.

Bison Bookends

They say that when Christopher Columbus landed in the New World, there were some 60 million American bison roaming what is now the United States.  Here the mighty bison, powerful symbol of the American West, has been captured in an elegant pair of 20th-century bookends. Made in the U.S.A., of course.

Antique Elephant Bookends

Elephants have been a symbol of wisdom for millennia, so what better animal to protect your favorite books? And maybe their tendency to have great memories will rub off on us. This exquisite pair of elephant-head bookends, complete with magnificent tusks, are from the turn of the last century. Rich color and patina add to their good looks.

Warrior Chief Bookends

American Indian warrior chiefs, in full battle dress, flank whatever section of your family or office library you choose. Made in the U.S.A., 20th century.

Horsehead Bookends

Dachshund Bookends

A handsome wiener dog hits the books, front and rear. Made in the U.S.A., 20th century.

Labrador Retriever Bookends

A pair of loyal Labs on book patrol. Made in the U.S.A., 20th century.

Quail Bookends

A pair of quails, at the ready, make a handsome set of 20th-century bookends. Made in the U.S.A.

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Majestic Stags

Like a god of the forest, the stag has been a symbol of regeneration and immortality since pagan times. This pair of multipointed stag bookends bring his imposing elegance to your bookshelf or tabletop. In dark bronze or a lighter maple-style finish.

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Mallard Heads

Elegant Pheasant Bookends

In China, where pheasants originated, they symbolize prosperity and good fortune. What could be a more welcome addition to your library (or a kinder gift)? This tall, stately pair of pheasant bookends have handsome markings and long, sweeping tails.