Rustic Weathered Standing Hare Bookends – Brown

This pair of standing hare bookends brings a playful yet noble note to any shelf. Modelled as two hares reared up on their hind legs, front paws pressed against the flat backing plate, they hold a row of books securely between them. Each hare is sculpted with clear attention to muscle tone and fur texture, giving a real sense of movement. The pair measures 27.5cm wide, 9.4cm deep and 24cm high, and weighs 2.7kg, so they carry enough heft to steady heavier hardbacks. Cast in resin with a rustic brown finish, they work as both practical supports and characterful ornaments.

We think these suit a study, home office, living room shelf or mantelpiece where you want a touch of countryside character. The weathered brown tone pairs well with wood, leather and warm neutral schemes, and the animal subject sits happily in rustic, traditional or country-style rooms. Use them to bracket a short run of favourite books, cookery titles or reference volumes, or display them as a facing pair on a sideboard with a few paperbacks between. They also make a considered gift for a reader, a wildlife enthusiast or anyone furnishing a first home.

Each bookend is made from moulded resin, chosen for its ability to hold fine sculpted detail across the ears, paws and coat. The rustic, hand-weathered finish gives an aged, antique-style look, with darker tones settling into the recesses to lift the texture. The base sits flat and the vertical backing plate slides under the books to keep them upright. To care for them, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and wipe occasionally with a barely damp cloth, then dry straight away. Avoid harsh cleaners and prolonged damp. Best kept indoors.

What are these bookends made from?

They are cast in resin, a material that holds the fine sculpted fur and muscle detail well and gives each hare a solid, weighty feel.

How do I clean them?

Dust with a soft dry cloth as needed. For marks, wipe gently with a barely damp cloth and dry immediately. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners and standing water.

What size are they and will they hold heavy books?

As a pair they measure 27.5cm wide, 9.4cm deep and 24cm high, weighing 2.7kg. The resin weight helps steady hardbacks, though very heavy oversized volumes may still need extra support.

Are they sold as a pair?

Yes, they come as a facing pair of standing hares, one for each end of your row of books.

Can I use them outdoors?

We recommend keeping them indoors. The rustic finish is designed for interior display and prolonged damp or weather exposure may affect it.

What colour and finish are they?

They are finished in a rustic, weathered brown, with deeper tones in the recesses to highlight the sculpted texture for an aged, antique-style look.