{"product_id":"vintage-mid-century-sage-leather-bookends","title":"Vintage Mid-Century Ribbed Sage Leather Half-Moon Bookends – A Pair","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the analog world makes its beautiful, quiet comeback, more people are stepping away from screens to consume written stories through physical books. Bring old-world academic heritage into your space with this stunning pair of \u003cb\u003evintage mid-century half-moon bookends\u003c\/b\u003e. Curated specifically for a modern, bold-eclectic library, these bookends prove that functional objects can be prime opportunities to layer distinctive style and personality into a room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a striking \u003cb\u003emuted sage green leather\u003c\/b\u003e (or high-grade faux leather) exterior, this pair offers a masterclass in mid-century texture. The flat front face boasts a delicate, \u003cb\u003estamped scalloped tooled border\u003c\/b\u003e that sits flush against your favorite literary spines. Wrap around the semi-circular side to find a beautifully \u003cb\u003ehorizontally ribbed texture\u003c\/b\u003e that centers around an \u003cb\u003eembossed, looped script monogram flourish\u003c\/b\u003e. Perfect for grounding a floating shelf, mantle piece, or dark academia study, these weighted bookends are the ultimate punctuation marks for your home collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Height: \u003cb\u003e6\"\u003c\/b\u003e | Width: \u003cb\u003e4\"\u003c\/b\u003e | Depth: \u003cb\u003e2.5\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Shape:\u003c\/b\u003e Classic \u003cb\u003ehalf-moon \/ semicircular column silhouette\u003c\/b\u003e with a flat back plate designed to maximize shelf space and slide seamlessly against books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eColorway:\u003c\/b\u003e Muted, timeless \u003cb\u003esage \/ olive drab green\u003c\/b\u003e that contrasts elegantly against vibrant modern dust jackets or complements classic cloth-bound editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTextural Details:\u003c\/b\u003e Intricate \u003cb\u003ehand-tooled look scalloped trim\u003c\/b\u003e on the front facing and finely \u003cb\u003eribbed horizontal banding\u003c\/b\u003e along the curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmblem:\u003c\/b\u003e A striking, understated \u003cb\u003elooped scrollwork medallion emblem\u003c\/b\u003e embossed on the center curve of each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e Textured leather\/vinyl wrap over a weighted internal core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent vintage condition with a gorgeous, gentle patina that only true time and history can give a piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Are these bookends heavy enough to hold large, heavy hardcover books?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. These mid-century pieces were designed during the peak era of physical libraries and feature heavy, weighted internal cores (typically sand-filled or iron weighted). They are robust enough to keep standard hardcovers, vintage novels, and dense textbooks upright without sliding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What are the exact dimensions of each bookend?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Each bookend stands \u003cb\u003e6 inches tall\u003c\/b\u003e, measures \u003cb\u003e4 inches wide\u003c\/b\u003e across the flat back plate, and has a depth of \u003cb\u003e2.5 inches\u003c\/b\u003e. This space-conscious, low-profile design ensures your books are firmly supported without taking up massive amounts of horizontal real estate on your shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What material is used on the exterior?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e The exterior is a durable, high-quality mid-century textured material, consistent with the stamped leather or heavy-grade bookbinding vinyl commonly utilized by home decor manufacturers between the 1940s and 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Do these bookends have a non-slip or protective base?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, the flat bases sit flat against your shelf to provide friction under the weight of books. If you plan to use them on high-gloss or incredibly delicate antique wood surfaces, we always recommend adding small felt furniture pads to the bottoms for extra security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNote: This is a one-of-a-kind vintage set sourced via our intentional \"slow picking\" process. Once it sells, it's gone!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Marian Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551622816023,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/2815\/1575\/files\/vintage_1950s_green_leather_semicircular_bookends.jpg?v=1781818263","url":"https:\/\/themariancollection.com\/products\/vintage-mid-century-sage-leather-bookends","provider":"The Marian Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}