Art Deco Marble Bookends, France, 1930s, Set of 2

A pair of Art Deco-style bookends made of black stone with a polished surface, paired with decorative elements in light stone and a salmon-pink shade. The composition consists of solid, rectangular bases and vertical, circular discs, whose minimalist geometry evokes the modernist design of the interwar period. The dominant black contrasts with semicircular stone inserts featuring a subtle, natural texture. A light, slightly greenish section forms an arch surrounding a smaller element in a pink-peach hue. The combination of three colors and different stone textures lends the objects a decorative character without compromising the clarity of their geometric composition. The natural grain of the materials means that individual elements differ in detail, while maintaining visual balance as a pair. The carefully crafted, polished surfaces bring out the depth of the black and the subtle tonal transitions of the decorative stones. The combination of a full circle with a horizontal base emphasizes the architectural character of the form. The heavy construction ensures stability during use, and the distinctive silhouette allows the stands to also be treated as standalone decorative objects.