Tessellated Shell Bookends in the Style of Maitland-Smith Late 20th Century

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A refined pair of tessellated shell bookends in the style of Maitland-Smith, designed with architectural geometry and luminous natural material. … Read more A refined pair of tessellated shell bookends in the style of Maitland-Smith, designed with architectural geometry and luminous natural material. Each triangular form rises like a stylized mountain — a meeting of organic shimmer and modern precision.

Hand-crafted from inlaid shell segments in a mosaic of warm brown and ivory tones, the surfaces catch light in shifting reflections, giving the pair a jewel-like depth. The reverse sides are finished in a tan velvet, offering a tactile and functional counterpoint while protecting the surfaces they rest on.

At once decorative and sculptural, these bookends embody the quiet luxury and refined craftsmanship associated with Maitland-Smith’s work in the late 20th century. Their clean, geometric silhouette makes them ideal as accents for art books, as stand-alone objets, or as part of a curated shelf display where materiality and form take precedence. See less