Walnut Bookends with Double Dot Inlay | Marshall Studios 1960s
Walnut Bookends with Double Dot Inlay | Marshall Studios 1960s
Read between the lines…
These sculptural walnut bookends were made by Marshall Studios. Jane and Gordon Martz had a way of shaping American modernism into something calm and balanced. Their work never felt fussy.
Running down the front are two neat columns of white inlay. Evenly spaced. Precise. Almost like a steady beat you can see. The dots aren’t there to decorate. They break up the surface just enough to keep it interesting.
Condition: Excellent
Key Features & Benefits
Era: American studio design, circa 1960s
Material: Solid walnut with flush-set white inlays; black steel base plates
Maker: Marshall Studios, Indiana (Jane & Gordon Martz)
Style Notes: Dual vertical dot motif; softened geometry with architectural restraint
Care: Dust with a dry cloth; avoid liquid contact at inlay seams
Dimensions: 5ʺW × 4ʺD × 7.5ʺH
Black & Gold Condition Guide
✨ We believe every piece tells a story — here’s how we describe the chapters they’ve lived so far:
Mint / Like New Practically time-traveled. Looks as though it’s never been used. Crisp, clean, and flawless.
Excellent Well-preserved with only the most minor signs of age (think a faint scratch or two, visible only if you squint). Structurally sound and show-stopping.
Very Good Loved and cared for. Some small signs of wear — maybe light surface marks, gentle fading, or a touch of patina — but nothing that distracts from its beauty or function.
Good Has earned its character. Noticeable wear such as scratches, discoloration, or finish loss, all consistent with age and use. Still fully functional and fabulous.
Well-Loved / As-Is This one has stories to tell. Expect visible flaws or wear (chips, cracks, missing parts), but still worthy for display, repurposing, or as a collector’s gem.
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