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Add a sleek high-tech minimalistic edge to your library with this original pair of 1970s “Bookworm” spring loaded coil bookends …
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Add a sleek high-tech minimalistic edge to your library with this original pair of 1970s “Bookworm” spring loaded coil bookends in an iconic brushed chrome/silver finish.
Originally designed in the UK and distributed through Design Center of London, these clever industrial pieces utilize an ingenious spring-steel mechanism. The large cylindrical coils smoothly unroll to accommodate any number of volumes, automatically retracting to clamp your books firmly upright.
While these bookings are traditionally seen in painted colors, this rare metallic variant highlights the raw, industrial beauty of the steel spring. The reflective finish catches the light beautifully and makes them a perfect fit for a Space Age, postmodern, or contemporary industrial interiors.
Innovative multifunctional design -
These versatile pieces transcend traditional desktop use. Their robust industrial steel construction and sharp geometric angles allow them to be repurposed creatively throughout a space - including functioning as minimalist floating shelf brackets. The sleek, silhouette provides clean architectural support under a wood plank, creating a custom high design, floating display for art, objects, and collectibles.
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- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 4.5ʺD × 4.5ʺH
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Chrome
- Steel
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Chrome
- Condition Notes
- Exterior - the exterior face is an outer lips show a clean, bright brushed metallic finish with minimal surface. Interior … moreExterior - the exterior face is an outer lips show a clean, bright brushed metallic finish with minimal surface. Interior - shows some expected age related discoloration, oxidation spotting, and adhesive residue on the interior green lining where the metal meets the base. Function - mechanism is fully functional with strong snappy, spring tension less
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