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Antique Ebony Elephant Bookends
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Antique Ebony Elephant Bookends

1900 - 1920
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Description

An attractive pair of Anglo Indian elephant bookends that date to around the1920’s

In great condition with bone tusks and feet ( not ivory ) in a nice hand carved ebonised finish

They measure 6 1/2 inches long, 5 1/2 inches high and 2 1/2 inches deep

These bookends would make a nice present for a book lover

Postage to the UK is included in the price, please contact me for a quote to ship overseas

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Past to Present has dated these Ebony Elephant Bookends to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1161262
Dealers Internal Reference
AB/2025/268
Dealers Notes

All my items are sold with a full refund policy if you are not completely satisfied with your purchase

Alternatively you are welcome to view any item prior to purchase……we are based in Wrexham North Wales

Description
An attractive pair of Anglo Indian elephant bookends that date to around the1920’s

In great condition with bone tusks and feet ( not ivory ) in a nice hand carved ebonised finish

They measure 6 1/2 inches long, 5 1/2 inches high and 2 1/2 inches deep

These bookends would make a nice present for a book lover

Postage to the UK is included in the price, please contact me for a quote to ship overseas

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Past to Present has dated these Ebony Elephant Bookends to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161262
Dealers Internal Ref
AB/2025/268
Past to Present
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Past to Present Profile Page

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A pair of carved black ebony bookends shaped as elephants with bone tusks and toes.
Antique ebony elephant bookends
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During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, artisans in India and Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) crafted decorative wooden items for export, frequently utilising dense local hardwoods such as ebony. Elephant motifs were popular design elements, often featuring carved bone or ivory inlays for details like tusks, eyes, and toes.

These bookends were typically hand-carved from solid ebony, a dense and naturally dark hardwood. Details such as the tusks, eyes, and foot markings were commonly inlaid with animal bone or ivory to create visual contrast against the dark timber.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carving marks, natural grain variations within the dark wood, and individual irregularities in the inlaid bone details. Genuine ebony is extremely heavy for its size and exhibits a smooth, subtle lustre when polished, rather than a thick painted surface finish.

Carved ebony bookends serve as functional sculptured accents when placed on open shelving, sideboards, or executive desks. Pair them with neutral-toned books, brass desktop accessories, or dark wood furniture to create a balanced display.

Keep carved ebony away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity, as extreme temperature fluctuations can cause dense hardwoods to crack. Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to nourish the wood surface.
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