Ribbed Cast Aluminium Bookends – Antique Brass

These L-shaped bookends come as a set of two, cast from solid aluminium with a warm antique brass finish. Each piece is built from a trio of ribbed, cylindrical columns set at a right angle, forming a base that tucks under books and an upright that holds them in place. Every bookend measures 11cm wide, 8cm deep and 14cm high, and the pair weighs 2.2kg in total. That solid weight is what keeps rows of books upright rather than sliding, so heavier hardbacks and paperbacks stay where you put them.

We like this pair on a home office desk, an open bookcase or a hallway console, wherever books need corralling into a tidy row. The fluted columns and geometric profile suit an industrial or mid-century leaning scheme, and the antique brass tone works well alongside walnut timber, black metal and warm neutral walls. Use them at either end of a short book run, or place one against a wall to prop up a single stack. They also earn their place as a decorative accessory in their own right, styled next to framed prints, a small plant or a favourite object on a shelf.

Each bookend is cast in India from aluminium, giving a lightly textured surface that carries the warm brass colouring across the whole form. The matt antique finish softens the shine of the metal and hides everyday marks. Small variations in texture and tone are part of the cast process and give each piece its own character. To care for them, wipe with a soft dry cloth to lift dust, and buff off any fingerprints as needed. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners and abrasive pads, which can dull the finish, and keep the metal dry to preserve its appearance.

What are these bookends made from?

They are cast from solid aluminium and finished in a warm antique brass tone, with a lightly textured surface from the casting process.

How do I clean and care for them?

Wipe with a soft dry cloth to remove dust and buff away fingerprints. Avoid abrasive pads and harsh chemical cleaners, and keep the metal dry to protect the finish.

What size are the bookends?

Each bookend measures 11cm wide, 8cm deep and 14cm high. You receive a set of two, weighing 2.2kg together.

Are they heavy enough to hold books upright?

Yes. The solid cast aluminium gives real weight, and the L-shaped base tucks under the books so rows of paperbacks and hardbacks stay in place.

Will the brass colour vary between the two pieces?

Small differences in tone and texture are normal because each piece is individually cast, giving every bookend its own character.

Where do these bookends work best?

They suit a desk, console table or open bookcase, and pair well with walnut timber, black metal and warm neutral schemes.