Designer:  Don Shoemaker (1920 - 1990)

Item: Monumental Cocobolo Bookends

Manufactured by: Don Shoemaker

Country of origin: Mexico

Year made: 1960s

Materials: Cocobolo wood

Dimensions: each are about 9” x 8 “ x 3 ½” 

Description:  Here are a pair of huge Shoemaker bookends and multi-hued Coco Bolo wood that also has the look of Mesquite, but not the weight. One retains original correct label on the bottom of one that reads SENAL S.A. HECHO EN MEXICO”.   There is also an impressed or burned on the bottom of one that reads “Woods of the World.”  We have seen a number of Shoemaker bookends over the years and they can be found by searching the internet, but these are by far the most beautiful and dynamic pair we have ever seen.  We welcome your comparison with what’s out there.  We believe you will see that these are very special.  

Condition: Excellent