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Asian Temple Palace Bookends
Forbidden City, Bejing, China. The Imperial Palace was erected in 1406-1420 during the Ming Dynasty. Commissioned by the emperor Zhu Di, the forbidden city remains the largest and best preserved complex of ancient buildings existing in China. The rectangular shaped complex is 961 meters north to south and 753 meters from east to west, and there are 8,700 rooms. The rich finish is created from a combination of patinas which enhances the details of the bookends. These bookends measure 7”x 5”x 5”, 5 lbs for the set.
5092, $45
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Roman Triumphal Arch of Titus Bookends
Commemorate your triumphs like the Romans with these bookends. Rome, Italy. The Arch of Septimus Severus was erected in 203 A.D. Made from pentelic marble, it stands 23 meters high. One of the only two triumphal arches remaining within the forum in Rome. This monument was erected to celebrate the Parthian victories of the Emperor Serverus and his sons Geta and Caracalla. Made from resin, antique finish, 7"H x 4.5"W x 4.5"D each, approx. 5 lbs for the set.
5084, $45
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Greek Acropolis Porch of Maidens Erechtheion Bookends
Athens, Greece. The Porch of the Maidens, Erechtheum, Acropolis was erected in 421-406 B.C. It was designed by Ictinus and Callicartes. Maidens (known as Caryatids) replace columns in the porch of the Erechtheum. The originals today have been replaced by fiber glass reproductions due to concerns over pollution erosion. The building’s site is supposedly where Athena and Poseidon contested to become the city’s patron deity. Made from resin with antiqued patinas, 8”x 4.5”x 4.5” each, 5 lbs for the set. 5085, $45
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Indian Grand Taj Mahal Bookends
These "Grand Taj Mahal Bookends" reproduce the white marble Islamic tomb of Arjuman Banu Begum, wife of the Emperor Shah Jahan of India, built between 1630 to 1653 at Agra. Its construction fulfilled a promise he made to his wife as she lay dying. It took more than 20,000 workers and over 23 years to construct this breath-taking palace.It is a beautiful tribute with a the smooth cascade of its dome and visually reinforcing minarets. Our reproduction bookends are made from resin, antique finish, 7”H x 5”W x 5”D. 5086, $45
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Roman Coliseum Bookends
Rome, Italy. Built in 82 A.D. by the emperors Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian. The Coliseum exemplifies a complex elliptical design which had to be worked out mathematically, with room for 50,000 spectators. It housed such public events as gladiator fights, mock naval battles, wild animal hunts, and chariot races. Also known as the Flavian Amphitheater. Made from resin, antique finish, 6.5”H x 5”W x 3.5”D each, 5 lbs for the set. 5087, $45
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Leaning Tower of Pisa Bookends
A Pisa, Italy. A collection of fine books deserves fine bookends to complement it! The Leaning Tower is the bell tower from the Cathedral of Pisa. These bookends show the tower as part of this larger complex. First begun in 1173 and continuing for two hundred years, it has become an icon of Italian architecture because of its unique aspect: it leans! More recently, many efforts are underway to protect the tower and increase the strength of the subsoil. Made from resin, antique finish, 7”x 4.5”x 4” each, 6 lbs total. 5088, $45
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New York City Bookends
New York City, NY. The Empire State Building was erected in 1931 by the architect William Lamb in the Art Deco style. Made from concrete and metal, the structure stands 1,250 feet high with 102 floors. This glorious structure was built in only one year and 45 days - which still holds the record for a skyscraper of such height. It is struck by lightning more than 100 times each year. Architect William Lamb modeled his building on the same shape of his pencil. Made from resin with an antiqued patina, 8”H x 5”W x 4”D each, 7 lbs total. 5089, $45
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Eiffel Tower Bookends
Paris, France. Built in 1887-1889 by the architect Gustav Eiffel. Made from 18, 038 pieces of steel, the tower measures 1,052 feet high. These "Eiffel Tower Bookends" remind us of the vast advances of the 19th century as this landmark was built for the International Exhibition of Paris 1889 commemorating the centenary of the French Revolution. At 300 meters and 7000 tons, it was the world’s tallest building until 1930. It remains the tallest structure in Paris. Made from resin, antiqued finish, 7.5”H x 4.25”W x 3.5”D each, 6 lbs for the set. 5090, $45
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Red Square's St. Basil Cathedral Bookends
Moscow, Russia. A collection of fine books deserves fine bookends to complement it! These "Red Square's St. Basil Cathedral Bookends" reproduce the original in Russia built between 1555 and 1561 by Postnik Yakovlev and commissioned by Ivan the Terrible to commemorate his successful military campaign against the Tartar Mongols in 1552 in the besieged city of Kazan. Legend has it that upon completion of the cathedral, Ivan the Terrible ordered the architect to be blinded in an attempt to prevent him from ever creating anything to rival the beauty of St. Basil Cathedral. Made from resin, antiqued finish, 7.25”H x 4”W x 4”D each, 6.2 lbs set. 5091, $45
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London Big Ben Tower and Parliament Building Bookends
Situated in Westminster, England, the Big Ben Bell Tower is part of the Houses of Parliament building, a massive cluster of 1100 rooms used by the House of Commons and House of Lords. This pair of bookends honors this historic site where a parliament has convened since 1275. The current building complex was built in the early 19th century by the architect Sir Charles Barry and his assistant Augustus Welby Putin. Made from resin with an aged finish, each piece is 7"H x 5"W x 6"D, 5 lbs for the pair. 5093, $45
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The Great Wall of China Bookends
7th & 8th Centuries B.C. built during Qin, Han, and Ming Dynasties. The Great Wall has a length of 4, 163 miles crossing eastern to western China. Average height of 10 meters and an average width of 5 meters. The Great Wall of China was originally built as a grouping of separate walls for defensive fortification, to separate different states of war. It became the “Great” Wall during the reign of Emperor Qin Shihuang to fend off invasion by the northern Huns, following the unification of China. These bookend reproductions are made from resin, antique finish, 7"H x 5"W x 6"D each. 5582, $45
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Golden Gate Bridge Bookends
San Francisco, California. Named for the Golden Gate Straight, construction began January 5th, 1933 and commenced on May 28th, 1937. Joseph B. Strauss was the chief engineer. The bridge has a length of 1.7 miles, suspension span of 4,200 feet, and a height of 746 feet. The bridge was completed ahead of schedule and under budget at a cost of 35 million dollars. These bookend reproductions are made from resin, antique finish, 7"H x 5"W x 5"D each. 5581, $45
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Stadium Bundt Cake Pan
Get ready to kick up the festivities! Introducing the Stadium Bundt Pan! Help your team on game day with this winning design! Wether the game is soccer, football, basketball, or hockey, this pan will make you the winning host! Music lovers don't worry! There's plenty of room for your delicious patrons and musicians to rock out! Bundt is the all-time favorite pan and is considered a cornerstone of American bakeware with over 50 millionin use. This Bundt pan is made of heavy formed aluminum, which is unsurpassed in baking performance. 9 cup capacity. 6170, $14
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