1960s Mid Century Modern Matte Black “Bookworm” Steel Coil Bookends

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Elevate your shelving or desktop with this exceptional collection of original 1960s “Bookworm” spring-loaded coil bookends.bookends. This listing includes three … Read more Elevate your shelving or desktop with this exceptional collection of original 1960s “Bookworm” spring-loaded coil bookends.bookends. This listing includes three complete matching sets (6 individual pieces total) making it a rare opportunity to score a cohesive set for yourself.

Coil design vintage bookings are collectible mid-century/ art deco style bookends, made of coiled steel. popular from the 1930s through the 1960s. Valued today for their sculptural industrial look.

Originally designed in the UK during the height of the pop art movement and distributed through the design center of London, these clever industrial pieces utilize an ingenious spring-steel mechanism. The large cylindrical coils, smoothly and roll to accommodate any number of volumes, automatically retracting to clamp your books firmly upright.

Why these iconic bookings are often found in bright primary colors. The matching set features sophisticated minimalistic matte black finish. The neutral palette emphasizes. They’re sharp geometric, silhouette, and allows them to blend seamlessly into Mid-Century modern, Postmodern, or contemporary brutalist interiors.

Beyond their classic functionality, these book ends double as striking pieces of freestanding art. Thanks to their dramatic architectural, silhouette. See less