Bookends: Homer and Aristotle, White Plaster

Homer and Aristotle Bookends in White Plaster

These homer and aristotle bookends pair a poet and a philosopher. Set on either side of a shelf, the two busts frame everything between them. They are hand cast in white plaster. Poet and philosopher busts like these honor two men often credited with founding Western literature and philosophy.

Product Details

• Material: Hand cast plaster
• Finish: White. Natural variance in appearance may occur
• Size: 4 in L x 2.75 in W x 4.25 in H each
• Weight: 4 lbs
• Set of: 2 bookends, Homer and Aristotle
• Part number: HP42250
• Production: Made to order in the USA, ready to ship in 2 to 3 weeks

Homer, the Poet

Homer is traditionally named as the author of the Iliad and the Odyssey. The poems date to the late 8th or early 7th century BC. They were first passed on by voice. Ancient sources disagree on his birthplace. Chios and Smyrna were both named. Homer and Aristotle bookends bring that epic voice to a western literature shelf.

Aristotle, the Philosopher

Aristotle was born in 384 BC in Stagira. He studied at Plato's Academy in Athens. He later taught Alexander the Great and founded the Lyceum. He died in 322 BC. A western literature shelf also needs thinkers. Homer and Aristotle bookends fill that role with ease. Together they frame everything between them, literally and intellectually.

Flanking a Shelf

The pair suits a library, a study, or a mantel. Browse more pieces in our Greek and Roman collection. These hand cast plaster bookends hold a few books upright. Poet and philosopher busts frame the books between them. Hand cast plaster bookends like these also suit a mantel.

About Classical Thought

Homer and Aristotle are often credited with founding Western literature and philosophy. Together they make a thoughtful pair. Choose Homer and Aristotle bookends for a study, a library, or a reader's gift.

For More Reading from the Web

• Want the poet? This page covers Homer and the Homeric question. Homer - Wikipedia
• Want the philosopher? This page covers Aristotle. Aristotle - Wikipedia