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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Quotation Mark Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Quotation Mark Metal Bookends – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Quotation Mark Metal Bookends
Sale price £69.00
Winter Trees Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Winter Trees Metal Bookends – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Winter Trees Metal Bookends
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Wolf Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Wolf Metal Bookends – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Wolf Metal Bookends
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Angel Wings Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Angel Wings Metal Bookends – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Angel Wings Metal Bookends
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Curly Braces Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, black, photo 1Curly Braces Metal Bookends – black – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Curly Braces Metal Bookends
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Bear Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Bear Metal Bookends – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Vintage Street Lantern Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Vintage Street Lantern Bookends – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Vintage Street Lantern Bookends
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Running Cat Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Running Cat Metal Bookends – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Running Cat Metal Bookends
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Bike Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, black, photo 1Bike Metal Bookends – black – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Golden Minimalist Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Golden Minimalist Metal Bookends – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Golden Minimalist Metal Bookends
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Metal READ Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, photo 1Metal READ Bookends – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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Monstera Leaf Metal Bookends – laser-cut powder-coated steel, green, photo 1Monstera Leaf Metal Bookends – green – laser-cut steel, photo 1
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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.