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19th Century Cast Iron French Figural Bird Heron Paper Clip or Letter Holder
About the Item
Rare 19th century French heavy cast iron clip with spring in the shape of a birds head.
Most likely a heron, the hinge in its 'jaw joint' makes its beak act as a clip.
You pinch the back and its feathered neck to open the beak.
So this pretty item could be used as paper clamp, paperclip, letter holder or paperweight or just as a decorative wall hanger.
From the meticulous feather details, the beak and the position of the eyes you recognise this nice collectors item is made by a very good foundry.
- Similar to:Susse Freres (Metalworker)
- Dimensions:Height: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)Width: 7.49 in (19 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
- Style:Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1890
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- Seller Location:Haarlem, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1040428204432
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