On offer is a striking pair of vintage carved onyx bookends, each featuring a stylized cactus formation and a seated figure in a traditional sombrero hat. Sculpted from polished stone in warm cream and honey tones, these bookends blend artistry with functionality, bringing both weight and visual poetry to your shelf.

Standing at 8.5 inches tall, these solid stone bookends are not just practical — they’re sculptural statements, full of warmth and texture. Each side is slightly unique due to the natural variation in the onyx and the hand-carved craftsmanship.

📌 Key Features:
✅ Solid onyx stone – rich cream and amber tones with natural veining
✅ Stylized design – pointed cactus forms and seated figure with wide sombrero
✅ Hand-polished – smooth, glossy surface with visible chisel marks and carving detail
✅ Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor surface wear appropriate to age
✅ Substantial weight – perfect for supporting large or heavy books
✅ 8.5 inches tall – ideal scale for desks, shelves, or display cabinets

💡 Styling Tip:
These bookends bring a grounded and earthy charm to boho, desert-modern, or Southwestern interiors. Pair them with neutral-toned books, a terracotta planter, and natural fibers for a balanced, calming vignette.

🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Lovers of desert-inspired decor or Southwestern style
✔️ Onyx and semi-precious stone collectors
✔️ Meaningful housewarming or office gift
✔️ Statement shelf decor with artisan flair

🔍 Provenance / Maker Notes:
Likely Mexican-made, mid-20th century, when onyx carving saw a boom in artisanal export wares. Handcrafted using traditional tools, each figure is uniquely expressive with cultural symbolism and pride.

📦 Shipping & International Buyers:
We ship worldwide, with tracked and insured options. Shipping costs vary by destination and service — but you’ll always see the final shipping cost before confirming checkout. No surprises, ever.

These aren’t just bookends — they’re miniature sculptures rooted in place, story, and material. Bold, grounding, and timeless.

📌 Add these to your home or collection before they disappear into someone else’s story.

stock code 280525