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Organic Modern Burl Wood Bookends, Sculptural Brutalist Studio Craft, 1970s

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About the Item

A striking pair of sculptural bookends carved from solid burl wood, celebrating the natural beauty and irregularity of the material. Each bookend features dramatic swirling grain, knots, and organic voids contrasted against cleanly cut planar sides, creating a compelling dialogue between raw nature and intentional form. The deeply textured surfaces and earthy tones give these pieces a distinctly Organic Modern / Brutalist character, evoking the studio craft movement of the 1960s–1970s. While fully functional as bookends, they read equally well as standalone sculptural objects—ideal for open shelving, desks, or styled atop a credenza. Each example is unique, with naturally occurring variations in grain, cavities, and surface texture that speak to the authenticity of the burl wood. Finished with felted bases to protect surfaces. A timeless pair that bridges modernist restraint with wabi-sabi imperfection. - Origin: Likely North America - Period: Mid-20th century (circa 1960s–1970s) - Material: Solid burl wood - Style: Organic Modern / Brutalist / Studio Craft - Dimensions (each): Width: approx. 5 in / Depth: approx. 5 in / Height: approx. 7.5 in
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Brutalist (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Burl,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    1970-1979
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good vintage condition. Minor surface wear, small edge nicks, and natural cracks and voids consistent with age and the inherent characteristics of burl wood. These features are original to the material and contribute to the sculptural quality.
  • Seller Location:
    San Carlos, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8452248707502

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