Vintage Hand-Carved Tiki Bookends – Polynesian / Tribal Hardwood – c.1950s–1970s (Pair)
 
Description:
A striking matched pair of vintage hand-carved wooden bookends featuring bold tiki-style faces, deeply carved with strong geometric features and expressive inlaid eyes. Crafted from solid hardwood, these pieces reflect the mid-20th-century Polynesian / tiki revival aesthetic that became popular in home décor during the 1950s–1970s.
Each bookend is individually carved yet closely matched, forming a cohesive pair designed to frame books or display as sculptural decorative objects. The carving depth, facial symmetry, and rich aged patina suggest quality craftsmanship rather than modern mass-production. The flat bases provide good stability, making them practical as bookends as well as visually impactful display pieces.
Highly collectible within tiki, tribal, and mid-century décor circles, matched pairs of this quality are increasingly difficult to find.
 
Features:
• era: c.1950s–1970s
• origin: Polynesian / mid-century decorative carving
• form: Matched pair of upright bookends
• motif: Tiki / tribal carved faces
• height: approx. 5.75 in / 14.6 cm
• quantity: Pair (2 bookends)
 
Construction / Materials:
• Solid hardwood construction
• Deep relief hand-carved detailing
• Inlaid eye elements with naturally reflective shell
• Flat bases for stability
• Rich natural wood grain with aged patina
 
Condition:
Good vintage condition. Light surface wear, minor scuffs, and small marks consistent with age and use. No major cracks, splits, or structural damage observed. Both bookends stand securely and display very well.
 
Type:
Vintage carved wooden tiki bookends – Polynesian / tribal decorative décor.
A bold and characterful vintage pair — perfect for collectors of tiki culture, mid-century interiors, or anyone seeking a statement bookend set with genuine age and presence.