These striking Lending a Hand Bookends will make a simple yet dramatic statement in your home or work library. What better way to maintain your book collection than with the support of hands that throughout world cultures are used to swear to truths, communicate, protect, and assist. This pair of bookends features hands made of solid brass in a bronze finish, each one supported by a dark wood base. The Lending a Hand Bookends will appeal to those who prefer the traditional but are also looking to make an impact with their decorating style.