{"product_id":"ribbed-cast-aluminium-bookends-antique-brass","title":"Ribbed Cast Aluminium Bookends – Antique Brass","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable class=\"spec_table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDecorative Accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAntique Brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11cm x 8cm x 14cm (W x D x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.20KG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightly textured cast aluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are these bookends made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are cast from solid aluminium and finished in a warm antique brass tone, with a lightly textured surface from the casting process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean and care for them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size are the bookends?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach bookend measures 11cm wide, 8cm deep and 14cm high. You receive a set of two, weighing 2.2kg together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they heavy enough to hold books upright?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the brass colour vary between the two pieces?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall differences in tone and texture are normal because each piece is individually cast, giving every bookend its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do these bookends work best?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey suit a desk, console table or open bookcase, and pair well with walnut timber, black metal and warm neutral schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Libra Interiors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53274164265227,"sku":"706880","price":62.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/706880_00.jpg?v=1785214366","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/ribbed-cast-aluminium-bookends-antique-brass","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}