Description
These Tiger Bookends arrive as a set of two, each shaped as a seated tiger with finely worked stripes and a poised stance. The cast aluminium figures carry a hand-applied antique gold finish, while every tiger sits on a solid black granite base for weight and stability. Each bookend measures W13 x D10 x H16.5cm and the pair weighs 2.75kg together, giving them enough heft to hold a row of books in place. The mix of textured metal and smooth stone gives them a sculptural quality that works as decoration in its own right, even before you add books between them.
We think this pair suits bookcases, open shelving, a console table or a desk where a little character is welcome. The antique gold and black pairing sits well with dark wood, brass fittings and neutral or moody colour schemes, and the animal form brings warmth to a study, living room or home office. Use them as a functional pair keeping paperbacks and hardbacks upright, or split them across two shelves as standalone ornaments. They also make a considered gift for a reader or anyone furnishing a first proper library corner.
Each figure is cast in aluminium and given an antiqued gold finish by hand, so slight variation in tone and shading is part of the look. The granite bases are cut and polished to a smooth matt surface, and their natural stone means small differences in marking between the two pieces. To care for them, dust with a soft dry cloth and buff gently to keep the finish clean. Avoid harsh cleaners or abrasive pads, which can dull the metal, and wipe up any spills on the granite promptly. Lift rather than drag the bases to protect furniture surfaces.
Specification
| Type |
Decorative Accessories |
| Colour |
Antique Gold |
| Dimensions |
13cm x 10cm x 16.5cm (W x D x H) |
| Weight |
2.75KG |
| Country of origin |
India |
| Finish |
Antique Cast Aluminium, Smooth Granite |
Frequently Asked
What are these bookends made from?
Each tiger is cast in aluminium with a hand-applied antique gold finish, and every figure is mounted on a solid black granite base.
How do I clean and care for them?
Dust with a soft dry cloth and buff gently. Avoid abrasive pads and harsh cleaners on the metal, and wipe any spills from the granite promptly.
What size are they and how many do I get?
You receive a set of two. Each bookend measures W13 x D10 x H16.5cm, and the pair weighs 2.75kg in total.
Are they heavy enough to hold books?
Yes. The solid granite bases give each bookend weight, so they hold a row of paperbacks or hardbacks upright when placed at either end.
Will the two pieces look identical?
They are a coordinating pair rather than exact twins. The hand-applied finish and natural granite mean slight variation in tone and marking between the two.
Can I use them as ornaments on their own?
Yes. The seated tiger forms work as standalone decoration on a shelf, console or desk, whether or not you place books between them.