Vintage Italian Banded Onyx Horse Head Bookends – 8.5” Sculptural Stone a Pair

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There is something enduring about carved stone — especially when it takes the form of a horse.

This pair of … Read more There is something enduring about carved stone — especially when it takes the form of a horse.

This pair of vintage banded onyx horse head bookends stands 8.5 inches tall and carries real sculptural presence. Carved from creamy ivory onyx with dramatic gray and warm honey veining, each piece feels architectural and grounded.

The carving is stylized rather than overly detailed — giving them that unmistakable 1970s Italian modern energy. Graphic. Elegant. Slightly glamorous without being fussy.

Light passes softly through the stone, highlighting the natural banding and tonal shifts. Each piece is unique, with organic veining that reads almost like brushstrokes.

Dimensions:
• Height: 8.5”
• Width: 2.5”
• Depth (base length): 4.5”

Condition:
Very good vintage condition. Natural inclusions and variation consistent with genuine onyx. Minor surface wear appropriate for age. No structural cracks observed. Small natural stone variations visible (photographed).

These would feel right at home in:
– A Hollywood Regency interior
– A Palm Beach-inspired space
– A masculine study
– Or anchoring art books on a layered coastal shelf

They are substantial without being bulky — refined but bold.

This is the kind of piece that quietly elevates a room. See less