Bookend, black plastic, steel, by A. Mikkelsen, Georg Jensen, Denmark, 1990s
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This bookend, designed by Andreas Mikkelsen for Royal Copenhagen / Georg Jensen in 1992, exemplifies Danish design at the intersection of postmodern geometry and Scandinavian minimalism. The construction merges a substantial matte black central element with two highly polished, mirror-finish steel rings, all seamlessly grounded on a smooth metal base. The composition is striking for its pronounced material and color contrast – deep matte black set against the reflective brilliance of stainless steel. Detailing such as rounded edges, precisely executed joints, and balanced proportions underscore the object’s craftsmanship. Measuring 17 × 7 × 12 cm, this piece is not only functional—a reliable support for books—but also sculptural in presence. It remains in very good condition: surfaces are smooth, components are securely joined, and only the faintest traces of time are visible, with no damages or significant scratches.
The bookend captures the spirit of early 1990s Danish design—a moment when visual impact arose from the interplay of contrasts rather than ornamentation. Its form seems to express both harmony and tension: the black mass absorbs light, while the steel rings project and scatter it throughout the room, much like the reflections in an urban landscape. The simple, architectural silhouette speaks to a longing for order, yet the gleam of the metal adds a sense of movement and invites a new energy
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Height12 cm
Depth7 cm
Width17 cm
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Width17 cm
Height12 cm
Depth7 cm
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