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Early 20th Century English Trunk on Custom Table Base
Located in Chicago, IL
the perfect drinks or side table—ideal for a cocktail, a stack of books, or anything you want to keep
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Vintage Boho Polychrome Plaster Stacked Books Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
stack of colorful books. This playful piece adds a pop of character and eclectic charm to any room
Category

Mid-20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Plaster

Vintage Boho Metal Monkey
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This engaging vintage sculpture features a detailed monkey seated, holding a stack of books
Category

Late 20th Century American Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Metal Monkey
Vintage Boho Metal Monkey
$475
H 5.75 in W 3.25 in D 4.75 in
Six-Panel Japanese Folding Screen with Scholar’s Objects and Floral Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
, rendered in vibrant mineral pigments on paper. Each panel depicts vertical stacks of books adorned with
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Late 20th Century Japanese Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Paper

Vintage Coastal Split Bamboo Small Riser
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Whether used to display a favorite ceramic vase, support a stack of books, or function as a petite perch
Category

Mid-20th Century Philippine Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Strawberry Pink Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Lime Green Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Emerald Green Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Smoke Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Yellow Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

White and Clear Marbled Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Blue Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

White Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Orange Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Aqua and Clear Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Unique Antique Book Letter Box – 19th-Century Leather-Bound Spines
Located in Hamburg, DE
nearly impossible to tell that this is more than just a stack of books – the box opens to reveal a hidden
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Vintage 1970s French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather

Vintage Boho Brass Footman Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
stack of books next to an armchair. This piece is in great vintage condition, boasting a rich
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Late 20th Century British Stools

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Boho Brass Footman Stool
Vintage Boho Brass Footman Stool
$495
H 11.25 in W 18.75 in D 11.5 in
1930s Solid Wood Painted Faux Sculptural of Stacked Books End Tables, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This charming side tables featuring painted faux books in a realistic form with each book showing
Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Square Dark Wood Side Table with Framed Top and Straight Legs – One Left
Located in Yonkers, NY
nightstands, these tables are well-suited for a wide range of interiors. Whether styled with a stack of books
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Oak Table with Chippendale Brass Pull and Tapered Leg
Located in Atlanta, GA
styled with a reading lamp and a stack of books or left unadorned to showcase its natural character, this
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Antique 19th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Chinese Autumn Moon Stool, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
, the perfect perch for a drink or a stack of books. Additional Dimensions: Seat Diameter: 17".
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools

Materials

Elm

Chinese Autumn Moon Stool, c. 1900
Chinese Autumn Moon Stool, c. 1900
$980
H 20 in W 21 in D 18 in
Very Cool French Early 1900s Stack of Leather Books Tantalus Liquor / Drinks Box
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique stack of leather books design tantalus with hidden 'shot glasses' & decanters. If you are
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Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold Leaf

Iron Duck Shaped Water Fountain Spout
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
displayed as an architectural relic on a shelf or coffee table or perhaps topped on a stack of books. It was
Category

20th Century Fountains

Materials

Iron

Iron Duck Shaped Water Fountain Spout
Iron Duck Shaped Water Fountain Spout
$795
H 4 in W 2.75 in D 7 in
Art Deco Pair Pineapple Antique Decorative Rustic Finials Sculpture Los Angeles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
pair special flanking an entry gate or by a stack of books, on your patio by a fountain attached an
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Rustic English Oak Craftsman’s Stool with A-Frame Base and Branch Inspired Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
an excellent choice as a decorative accent in a living room or hallway, where it could hold a stack
Category

Early 20th Century English Stools

Materials

Oak

Reddish Brown Leather Bound Trunk or Coffee Table with Brass Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
stack of books, or a carefully curated collection of antiques. With its robust, time-softened
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

France box in the shape of books or Tantalo books Liquor set - leather
By Napoléon III
Located in Valladolid, ES
like a stack of leather books. Enriched with a heraldic coat of arms and French script. An object of
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Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal

France box in the shape of books or Tantalo books Liquor set - leather
France box in the shape of books or Tantalo books Liquor set - leather
$950 Sale Price
52% Off
H 5.91 in W 8.27 in D 5.52 in
19th Century Ormolu and White Marble Mantel Clock by Linke
By François Linke
Located in London, GB
woman draped in classical attire uses a stack of books to ascend the plinth, extending her arm to offer
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Ormolu and White Marble Mantel Clock by Linke
19th Century Ormolu and White Marble Mantel Clock by Linke
$11,430 Sale Price
30% Off
H 22.05 in W 15.36 in D 9.85 in
19th-Century English Walnut Stool with Hand-Cut Central Handle and Pad Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
an excellent choice as a plant stand in a sunlit corner, a small occasional table for a stack of
Category

Antique 19th Century English Stools

Materials

Walnut

Rare Japanese Ceramic Glazed Inro with Ojime Ogata Kenzan Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
pens and peacock feathers, an ink stone, a stack of books, a water dropper and an ewer. On the ojime
Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Scholar s Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Bauhaus Style Arched Chrome Tube Base Square Beveled Glass Top End or Side Table
Located in Topeka, KS
set a cup of coffee or a cocktail, hold a stack of books in your sitting room, or host an incredible
Category

20th Century Unknown Bauhaus End Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

MCM to Modern End or Side Table Barrel Shaped Chrome Base Round Glass Top
Located in Topeka, KS
coffee or a cocktail, hold a stack of books in your sitting room, or host an incredible sculpture or
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern End Tables

Materials

Chrome

Clear Semi Sphere Sculpture in Polished Resin by Paola Valle
By Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
. It looks beautiful on a stack of books on a shelf or on a coffee table. The possibilities are endless
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Pair 18th C. Hand Carved Stone Finials Architectural Element Urn Center Pieces
Located in West Hollywood, CA
in an interior by a stack of books or on an Entry console . Nicely detailed carved top and the
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Arflex Bonsai Sofa in Lama Grey Fabric by Claesson Koivisto Rune
By Arflex, Claesson Koivisto Rune
Located in Brooklyn, NY
on or simply a stack of books. The upholstered seats in moulded polyurethane foam are also available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric

Arflex Bonsai Sofa in Lama Grey Fabric by Claesson Koivisto Rune
Arflex Bonsai Sofa in Lama Grey Fabric by Claesson Koivisto Rune
$8,694 Sale Price / item
15% Off
H 31.11 in W 67.72 in D 42.52 in
Vintage MCM Rosewood Square Frame Smoked Glass Top Coffee or End Table
Located in Topeka, KS
cocktail, hold a stack of books in your sitting room, or host an incredible sculpture or wonderful table
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Smoked Glass, Rosewood

MCM to Modern Chrome Round Glass Top Coffee or Large End Table
Located in Topeka, KS
set a cup of coffee or a cocktail, hold a stack of books in your sitting room, or host an incredible
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Mid-Century Business Illustrations – Charles Burki, 1956–1964
Located in Langweer, NL
the other balances a stack of books. Their gestures and expressions suggest collegial exchange, a
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Drawings

Materials

Paper

Vintage Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone, Brass, Malachite Amethyst Box
By Maitland Smith
Located in Atlanta, GA
coffee table shaped like a stack of books or a pair of decorative obelisks. Maitland-Smith’s signature
Category

20th Century Thai Louis XIV Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stone, Malachite

Hand Carved Stone Finial Architectural Element Medici Urn Center Piece Antiques
Located in West Hollywood, CA
elements in an interior by a stack of books or on a console . The nicely rounded carved top . the elegance
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone

MCM to Modern End or Side Table Polished Solid Aluminum Base Round Glass Top
By Milo Baughman
Located in Topeka, KS
cocktail, hold a stack of books in your sitting room, or host an incredible sculpture or wonderful table
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Korean Chaekgeori painting. 19th Century Joseon. Books Scholars’ Accouterments
Located in Kyoto, JP
blue. The upper shelf is stacked with books. Of the various kinds of Korean decorative painting which
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Korean Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Italian Companion Pair Tole Painted Literature Books End Tables
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This unique pair of Italian tole painted end tables is designed to resemble a whimsical stack of
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Revival End Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian Companion Pair Tole Painted Literature Books End Tables
Italian Companion Pair Tole Painted Literature Books End Tables
$2,360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 18 in W 16 in D 18 in
Maitland Smith Gilt Bronze Monkey Paper Towel Holder
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dallas, TX
like a stack of books or a pair of decorative obelisks. Maitland-Smith’s signature sculptural table
Category

Late 20th Century American Beaux Arts Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Vintage Faux Stacked Book Side Table
Located in Chicago, IL
mimics a stack of vintage books, adding a literary touch to your decor.  Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Regency Side Tables

Materials

Paint

Vintage Faux Stacked Book Side Table
Vintage Faux Stacked Book Side Table
$475
H 17 in W 17 in D 16 in
King Charles Cavalier porcelain box, sitting on the books, England 1850.
Located in Milan, IT
Rectangular box in painted porcelain, in the shape of stacked books. The base and lid are supported
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Painted Tole Metal End Table Styled after Historic Literature Books
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
a stack of historic leather-bound literature books, blending functional design with whimsical
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Revival End Tables

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century Belle Époque Books-Shaped Decanter Case with Bottle, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century Belle Époque books-shaped decanter case with crystal bottle, France By: unknown
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Barware

Materials

Crystal

Pedestal Coffee Table by Michael Graves for Craftwood a Div. of Sonnenberg Ind
By Michael Graves (b.1934)
Located in Topeka, KS
, side, or end table. It’s the perfect spot to set a cup of coffee or a cocktail, hold a stack of books
Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Laminate, Maple

Rare Maitland-Smith Trompe L oeil Book Stack Desk
By Jonathan Adler, Maitland Smith, BoConcept
Located in San Diego, CA
, this desk brings gilt and brass details on the front, while presenting a large stack of bounded books
Category

Vintage 1980s American Brutalist Furniture

Materials

Copper

French Leather Faux Book Stack Cave a Liqueur, Circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… This stack of four faux books opens to reveal a cave a liqueur with
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Barware

Materials

Metal, Brass

Maitland Smith Trompe L oeil Tooled Leather Stacked Book Coffee Table Drawers
By Maitland Smith
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulous Maitland-Smith tooled leather coffee table in the form of stacked books.
Category

Late 20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather

Pair 1960s Brass Mounted Wood Iron Stacked Book End Tables, Hart Associates
By Hart Associates 1
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
imaginative pair of end tables or nightstands, designed to mimic the form of two stacked books, attributed to
Category

20th Century American Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Vintage Italian Book Form Burl Nightstand Chest of Drawers
Located in Pasadena, TX
) nightstand or dresser from Italy. Four drawers and nickel pulls. Designed of three stacked "books," and would
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Dressers

Materials

Burl

Vintage Italian Book Form Burl Nightstand Chest of Drawers
Vintage Italian Book Form Burl Nightstand Chest of Drawers
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
H 18 in W 23 in D 12.75 in
Antique Spool-Leg Table from the Estate of Jonathan Parks, Santa Fe Late 1800s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
appeal—perfect for displaying a favorite vase, sculpture, or stack of art books. The top bears the rich
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Rustic Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Swedish 1840s Light Gray Painted Side Tables with Distressed Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
them adorned with cherished photographs, a vase of fresh flowers, or a stack of beloved books, infusing
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Primitive French Tripod Stool
Located in Long Island City, NY
books or stack of towels, or just to lend an organic sculptural element to a room.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Side Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Primitive French Tripod Stool
Primitive French Tripod Stool
$1,800
H 31.5 in W 12.13 in D 12.5 in
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Find a variety of stack of books available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique stack of books was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. Stack of books have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Hollywood Regency stack of books are consistently popular styles. Many stack of books are appealing in their simplicity, but Drexel, John Dickinson and Maitland Smith produced popular stack of books that are worth a look.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
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    Stacked earrings are multiple earrings worn in the same ear. Typically, you will need to have multiple piercings in your ear to pull off a stacked look. Some people purchase sets of small earrings designed to be worn as a stack. Another option is to mix and match small hoops, dangles and studs to create your own stacked effect. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A stacking ring is a jewelry trend, wherein the wearer stacks multiple rings on a single or many fingers. It is also referred to as a ring stack and is a popular jewelry accessory for weddings, anniversaries and other celebrations. Find a collection of vintage rings on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    How wedding rings should be stacked is up to you. Traditionally, brides place their engagement rings above their wedding rings, so the jewelry they exchanged during their wedding ceremonies is closer to their hearts. However, many people now choose to place their engagement rings on the bottom and use their wedding bands to secure them. Explore a wide range of wedding rings on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, you can indeed stack Tolix chairs. The sleek design makes this chair an easy fit for your interior or exterior needs, and when you're done, you can easily stack and stow them away. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Tolix chairs from some of the top sellers around the world.
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    A book chain is a type of antique Victorian jewelry designed for lockets, cameos, chains, and necklaces. Each link in a book chain is a rectangular folded piece of metal that resembles a book and is made of solid gold or sterling silver. During the late Art Deco era of the 1930s and 1940s, book chain jewelry was popular during the Victorian jewelry resurgence (“Victorian Revival”). Shop for vintage jewelry from all over the world on 1stDibs.
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    Taschen is a noted art book publisher from Cologne, Germany. Taschen was founded in 1980 and has transformed the art book world by making some lesser-seen works and even categories of art available to a broader market. Shop a collection of art books from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    It depends on the design, but in most cases, you can indeed stack nesting tables. Nesting tables are a great way to maximize furniture usage while saving space in smaller areas. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of nesting tables from some of the top sellers around the world.
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    Wedding rings are stacked to allow a person to wear all of their bridal jewelry at once. Often, a person will receive an engagement ring when accepting a marriage proposal. Then, a couple will typically exchange a set of rings on their wedding day. Stacking makes it possible to show off both the engagement and wedding rings. Some people position the wedding ring on the bottom so it is closest to the heart, while others prefer to put it on top to securely hold the engagement ring. Explore a large collection of wedding rings on 1stDibs.
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    Stacked wedding rings are multiple wedding bands worn together on the same finger. Some stacked rings include two bands, which are often worn above and below an engagement ring to help hold it in place. You can also find matching triple-band stacking sets, which can symbolize the Christian Holy Trinity or a couple's past, present and future. Explore a wide variety of wedding rings on 1stDibs.
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    A vellum book is made from the parchment of calfskin. Vellum-bound books have been treasured for generations for their subtle, graceful appearance. Find a collection of antique and vintage vellum books on 1stDibs today.
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    A book box is a small box that plays a trick on the eye. On the outside, it is painted to look like a book, but on the inside is a carved out interior, meant to store your trinkets and wares. On 1stDibs, find a collection of book boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    A book holder is a stand that supports books so they stay open to be read aloud or to hold a page. A variety of book holders, book stands and books can be found on 1stDibs.
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    You can stack wedding rings in any order you wish. The most common approach to stacking is to wear the wedding band closest to your heart, followed by the engagement ring and then an anniversary ring or second wedding band over top. However, other arrangements can work just as well, so let your own preferences be your guide. Shop a diverse assortment of wedding rings on 1stDibs.
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    How men stack silver bracelets is largely a matter of personal preferences. Some men prefer to layer more than one of the same bracelet or to mix and match with different styles. Many men choose to stack bracelets only on one wrist. Find a large collection of silver bracelets on 1stDibs.
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    A Victorian book chain is a piece of jewelry — usually a necklace — that can be found in gold, sterling silver and other materials. Each link in the chain is a rectangle-shaped piece of folded metal that resembles a book. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Victorian book chains from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
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    A book press was used to bind books with pressure. When a book is placed in the center of the press, the platen is lowered to firmly press the book to hold its shape. Today, book presses are a popular home decor choice for collectors and avid book readers alike. Shop a selection of vintage book presses on 1stDibs.
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    A set of books is called a series. A series refers to a set of two or more books.
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    How much an Audubon book is worth varies based on its age, type, condition and other factors. In 2018, a first-edition copy of The Birds of America by John James Audubon sold for $9.6 million at auction. The book was historic because it depicted birds in vivid, life-size prints. Today, it is still considered one of the finest ornithological works ever completed. If you own an Audubon book, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can give you an estimated value for it. Find a diverse assortment of John James Audubon art on 1stDibs.