Artisan Hand Carved Black Soapstone Elephant Bookends Tabletop Décor

A pair of black soapstone bookends carved as elephants, a motif traditionally tied to strength and stability - fitting for something whose job is to hold a shelf of books in place. Each piece is hand-carved from solid stone, so the weight does the work while the carving gives the shelf some character.

Key Features

• Sold as a pair of two elephant-shaped bookends
• Hand-carved detailing on each piece
• Solid black soapstone with enough weight to hold books
• Elephant motif associated with strength and good fortune
• Smooth polished finish on natural stone
• Works as a decorative pair even without books

Product Details

• Material: Natural soapstone
• Colour: Black
• Craft: Hand-carved by Indian artisans
• Set: Pair of 2 bookends
• Finish: Smooth polished natural stone
• Dimensions (each piece): 15.24 x 5.08 x 10.16 cm (L x W x H) — approx. 6 x 2 x 4 inches
• Handcrafted in: India

How to Use & Style It

• On a study shelf or home library
• In a child's or teenager's room
• On a desk in an ethnic or traditionally styled office
• As a housewarming or corporate gift

Care & Maintenance

• Dust the carved detailing with a soft brush
• Wipe with a lightly damp cloth and dry immediately
• Use felt pads to protect polished shelves
• Handle by the body rather than the trunk

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bookends are included?

Two - a complete pair, one for each end of the row. Each elephant measures 15.24 x 5.08 x 10.16 cm.

Are they heavy enough for a full row of books?

Yes for normal shelf use. Solid stone gives them the weight to hold a row of paperbacks and hardbacks steady; for a very long row, a bookend at each end works best rather than one alone.

How do I clean and maintain it?

Dust it regularly with a soft dry cloth. For deeper cleaning, wipe with a lightly damp cloth and dry immediately, and keep harsh chemicals, bleach and steel scrubbers away from the stone.

Are the two elephants identical?

They are carved as a matching pair, though since each is cut by hand there are small differences in the carving detail between the two - which is normal for handcrafted stone.

Is each piece identical to the one shown in the images?

The design, size and finish stay the same, but natural stone carries its own grain and colour tone. Minor variation in shade, veining and carving detail is expected in hand-carved soapstone and makes each piece unique.

Handcrafted in India from natural soapstone. As every piece is carved and polished by hand, slight variations in shade, veining and carving detail are natural and make your piece one of a kind.

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