A beautifully matched pair of French Art Deco bronze elephant bookends, each figure cast with exceptional detail and mounted on a travertine marble base. The elephants are depicted with trunks raised — a traditional symbol of good luck and prosperity — in a dynamic, triumphant pose that captures the bold optimism of the Art Deco era.
Dimensions (per piece)
Height: 18 cm
Width: 23 cm
Depth: 9 cm
Weight
Piece 1: 2,165 g
Piece 2: 2,185 g
Total pair: approx. 4,350 g
Details
Material: Patinated bronze on travertine marble bases
Origin: France, circa 1920s–1930s
Condition: Original warm patina, minor age-appropriate wear consistent with period
Sold as a pair
Why You'll Love Them
These bookends bring sculptural presence to any shelf, desk, or console. Whether flanking a row of art books or displayed as standalone objects, they are a refined statement of European craftsmanship and Art Deco elegance.
