Roycroft Bookends (No. 301)
East Aurora, New York, c. 1919–early 1920s
Copper
Maker’s mark: Roycroft “Third Mark”
Dimensions: 5 × 3½ × 4¼ inches
These striking hammered copper bookends, produced by the Roycroft community around 1919 to the early 1920s, feature an attenuated trefoil motif that gracefully unfolds into two elongated lancet-shaped panels. The tops are neatly folded over, adding a subtle architectural detail to the composition.
Known as Model No. 301, this pair is distinguished by stitched borders and a dynamic yet restrained design. The warm, hand-wrought surfaces reflect the Roycroft community’s devotion to elevating everyday objects through honest materials and exceptional craftsmanship. Founded in East Aurora, New York, the Roycrofters embodied the American Arts and Crafts movement’s ideal of uniting beauty and utility. This pair is a testament to their enduring legacy of artisanal excellence.
