Bidspirit auction | A Pair of Vintage Hand-Carved

A Pair of Vintage Hand-Carved Rosewood Elephant Bookends - A pair of vintage hand-carved wooden bookends featuring naturalistically rendered elephants. The figures are crafted from a richly grained hardwood, likely rosewood, and are depicted with their foreheads braced against vertical supports carved in the form of book spines. Each elephant includes contrasting light-colored insets for the tusks, eyes, and toenails. No maker marks or signatures are visible on the bases or bodies of the items. Length: 12 inches Height: 9.5 inches The items are in good overall condition. A visible crack is noted on the tail of one elephant. Minor surface scratches and wear are present, consistent with age and handling.