Lot # 4 - Vintage Hand-Carved Italian Alabaster Snails - Pair Retails $200+

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 28-Oct-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 04-Nov-2025 7:05:00 PM
Current bid:

$26.00

Highest bidder:

VaniVanoussa

Auction has ended

Description :

A charming and unique pair of vintage hand-carved bookends, crafted from genuine Italian alabaster. These bookends feature a delightful snail design, with a beautiful natural marbling and color variation that makes each piece one-of-a-kind.
Condition:
These bookends are in great vintage condition. As expected with pieces of this age and material, they show some small chips and scuffs, which are visible upon close inspection. These minor imperfections do not detract from their overall appeal and character.
Details:
  • Material: Hand-carved genuine Italian alabaster
  • Design: Snail
  • Weight: 6 pounds (for the pair)
  • Dimensions (Each Snail): 6" L x 2.5" W x 4" H
  • Color: Natural variations of brown, tan, and beige with unique marbling
These heavy and sturdy bookends are perfect for adding a touch of vintage elegance and natural art to any bookshelf, office, or living space.


Dimensions : 6 in L x 2.5 in W x 4 in H

Auction History

Highest bidder is VaniVanoussa

Date Bid User
04-Nov-2025 7:02:37 PM $26.00 VaniVanoussa
04-Nov-2025 7:02:25 PM $19.00 Seattle79
04-Nov-2025 7:02:25 PM $18.00 VaniVanoussa
04-Nov-2025 6:49:15 PM $17.00 Seattle79
04-Nov-2025 6:49:15 PM $16.00 DAF2673
04-Nov-2025 10:50:44 AM $13.00 Seattle79
04-Nov-2025 10:50:44 AM $12.00 Willow Room
29-Oct-2025 9:39:23 PM $9.00 Seattle79
29-Oct-2025 9:39:23 PM $8.00 VaniVanoussa
29-Oct-2025 1:55:04 PM $7.00 Seattle79
28-Oct-2025 9:16:39 PM $6.00 morepetrichor
28-Oct-2025 11:08:42 AM $5.00 bears_mom

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