Up for sale is a stunning, authentic pair of Mid-Century Modern Travertine Elephant Bookends / Sculptures, designed by iconic artist Enzo Mari for Fratelli Mannelli during the 1970s in Italy.
This matching set is hand-carved from solid, premium Tuscan porous travertine stone, showing gorgeous cream/beige organic figuring, unique pitting, and brutalist geometric lines. One bookend still proudly retains its original vintage gold foil label on the underside reading: \"Vero Travertino di Rapolano - Made in Italy\", guaranteeing its provenance from the famous Rapolano Terme region.
Perfect as functional heavy bookends or as a standalone minimalist art statement on a mantel, desk, or shelving display.
Condition Details
- Status: Excellent vintage condition.
- Details: No cracks, major structural breaks, or post-market repairs. Features the natural pores, crevices, and stone texture inherent to authentic high-quality Italian travertine. Original underside felt protection and gold sticker are intact as shown.
Approximate Dimensions & Weight
- Total Pair Weight: Massive and heavy (approx. 8–9 lbs total), perfect for securely supporting heavy hardbacks.
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