Modern & Minimalist Bookends – Metal & Plaster

Atelier Article makes modern, minimalist bookends in metal and plaster for shelves that need both support and character. A good gift, too: Brooklyn Bridge for a New Yorker, quotation marks for a reader, a fork-and-knife pair for a cook. 38 designs in laser-cut steel or solid-cast plaster, almost all sold as pairs — heavy hardcovers included, if you pick one of the solid or wide-base styles.

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Red Golden Gate Bridge metal bookends holding white booksRed Golden Gate Bridge metal bookends shown without books
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Golden Gate Bridge Bookends
Sale price £69.00
Plaster busts of Homer and Aristotle holding a black book between themSide view of the Homer and Aristotle bookends flanking a dark book
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Homer & Aristotle Bookends – Plaster Bust Pair
Sale price £138.00
X-shaped steel bookend in front of a white book block, front view on white backgroundDark steel X-shaped bookend standing on its flat base plate, three-quarter view on white
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Alice in Wonderland metal bookends, laser-cut from steel and powder-coated blackAlice in Wonderland metal bookends with the tea-party silhouette
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Alice in Wonderland Metal Bookends
Sale price £69.00
Brooklyn Bridge metal bookends holding books on a white backgroundBrooklyn Bridge metal bookends holding books
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Brooklyn Bridge Metal Bookends
Sale price £69.00
White architectural plaster bookends with arch and ring reliefs holding a black book uprightPair of white plaster bookends with carved arches and rings, a black book lying flat in front
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Metal Spatula and Whisk BookendsBlack spatula and whisk metal bookends holding cookbooks
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Metal Spatula & Whisk Bookends
Sale price £69.00
Bauhaus Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Black Bauhaus building metal bookends holding books
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Bauhaus Metal Bookends
Sale price £69.00
White plaster column bookends holding a black book upright on white backgroundGold-colored neoclassical pillar bookends with a black book between them
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Neoclassical Pillar Bookends – Plaster Column Pair
Sale price From £92.00
Tree of Life metal bookends, laser-cut from steel and powder-coated matte blackTree of Life metal bookends holding a row of books
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Tree of Life Metal Bookends
Sale price £69.00
Fox Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Close-up of orange fox metal bookends holding white books
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Fox Metal Bookends
Sale price £69.00
Cat Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Black staircase-shaped cat metal bookends forming a peak
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Cat Metal Bookends
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Reviews from our Etsy shop

★★★★★

I have been looking for book ends for my Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass collection, but never found what I wanted…. Until now. These are great. They were packaged well, shipped quickly, and are EXACTLY what I was looking for

Nancy · Jan 21, 2025

Alice in Wonderland Metal Bookends →
★★★★★

This mystical creature looks amazing on my desk. The color and design are perfect ;)

Carmen · Mar 12, 2024

Fox Metal Bookends →
★★★★★

I’m a native of SF, so am drawn to this representation of the Golden Gate Bridge. Even I weren’t, I would still order the bookends - beautifully designed, well made, and super fast shipping!

rufino · Jan 10, 2024

Golden Gate Bridge Bookends →
★★★★★

Love them! Sturdy enough for my heavy cookbooks. I expected the whisk and spatula to be larger, but that is on me for not checking the specs. They still look great, are well made and do the job they need to. For scale, the largest book (on the left) is 11 1/4" tall and the shelf is 16" wide.

Tracy · Jan 4, 2023

Metal Spatula & Whisk Bookends →
★★★★★

Items were exactly as advertised. Quality is high and details of the busts are crisp. Shipping was faster than expected.

Tom · Mar 18, 2023

Homer & Aristotle Bookends →

The workshop in Cherkasy, Ukraine laser-cuts and hand-finishes the steel designs and casts the plaster ones by hand. Before choosing, measure the shelf depth and the height of the books the pair will hold. Exact dimensions, weight and finishes are on each product page.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the metal and plaster bookends?
Our metal bookends use laser-cut, welded and hand-finished steel for clean silhouettes inspired by architecture, literature, nature and the kitchen. Our solid-cast plaster designs are heavier and more sculptural, with classical, architectural and abstract forms. Both are made as functional shelf supports.
Are the bookends sold as a pair?
Most designs are sold as a pair. A small number of styles, including selected READ, Monstera and classical bust designs, may offer single or pair options. The current selection is shown in the product title or variant options, so please check it before adding to cart.
Which bookends make the best gifts?
Golden Gate and Brooklyn Bridge suit architecture and city lovers; Homer and Aristotle or Alice in Wonderland are strong choices for readers; Spatula and Whisk or Fork and Knife suit cooks; and X-shaped or Bauhaus designs work well in minimalist interiors.
Will they hold heavy books?
The collection is designed to support real books, including many large hardcovers. Material, footprint and weight vary by design, so choose one of the heavier plaster or wide-base metal styles for demanding shelves and place it on a stable, level surface.
How are the bookends made?
Each design is made in our Cherkasy, Ukraine workshop. Steel pieces are laser-cut, welded, powder-coated and hand-finished. Plaster pieces are cast and finished by hand; protective base details are specified on the individual product page where applicable.
How quickly do they ship?
Standard pieces usually dispatch in 2–3 business days. Delivery timing varies by destination and the current estimate is shown on each product page. Returns are accepted within 14 days under our returns policy.