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French Bronze Letter Opener

Antique French marked Art Nouveau Bronze Wheat Sheaf Letter Opener , 1910s
Antique French marked Art Nouveau Bronze Wheat Sheaf Letter Opener , 1910s

Antique French marked Art Nouveau Bronze Wheat Sheaf Letter Opener , 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful antique French bronze letter opener dating to the 1910s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor and marked “Bronze” and “Fait main,” indicating hand-made production.

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Bird & Roses Letter Opener, 1900s or older
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Bird & Roses Letter Opener, 1900s or older

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Bird & Roses Letter Opener, 1900s or older

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful antique French bronze letter opener dating to the 1900s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor.

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Wheat Sheaf Letter Opener, 1910s or older
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Wheat Sheaf Letter Opener, 1910s or older

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Wheat Sheaf Letter Opener, 1910s or older

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful antique French bronze letter opener dating to the 1910s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor.

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

French Art Deco Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, Rare Bronze Letter Opener
French Art Deco Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, Rare Bronze Letter Opener

French Art Deco Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, Rare Bronze Letter Opener

Located in Miami, FL

Art Deco Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener – France, circa 1920s–30s An exceptional and imaginative French Art Deco bronze letter opener, cast in the form of a bird's talon gras...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

French Victorian Bronze Beethoven Letter Opener
French Victorian Bronze Beethoven Letter Opener

French Victorian Bronze Beethoven Letter Opener

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian bronze letter opener with bust of Beethoven.

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener with Lion
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener with Lion

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener with Lion

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Provenance: Discovered at an estate sale in Strasbourg, Alsace, France. A beautiful and original bronze letter opener that embodies craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless style—an ex...

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20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Monique Gerber Gilt Bronze Letter Opener, circa 1970, France.
Monique Gerber Gilt Bronze Letter Opener, circa 1970, France.

Monique Gerber Gilt Bronze Letter Opener, circa 1970, France.

By Monique Gerber

Located in Brussels, BE

Rare Monique Gerber stamped letter opener, circa 1970, France Peeble-shaped handle gilt bronze, steel blade.

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1920s or earlier
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1920s or earlier

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1920s or earlier

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Provenance: Discovered at an estate sale in Strasbourg, Alsace, France. A beautiful and original bronze letter opener that embodies craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless style—an ex...

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20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1910s or earlier
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1910s or earlier

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1910s or earlier

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Provenance: Discovered at an estate sale in Strasbourg, Alsace, France. A beautiful and original bronze letter opener that embodies craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless style—an ex...

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20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1920s or earlier
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1920s or earlier

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1920s or earlier

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Provenance: Discovered at an estate sale in Strasbourg, Alsace, France. A beautiful and original bronze letter opener that embodies craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless style—an ex...

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20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener with Floral Scroll Handle

French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener with Floral Scroll Handle

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Nouveau-style bronze letter opener with a scroll design handle having a floral design

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, 1920s
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, 1920s

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Provenance: Discovered at an estate sale in Strasbourg, Alsace, France. A beautiful and original Art Nouveau bronze letter opener that embodies craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1900s or older
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1900s or older

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1900s or older

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Provenance: Discovered at an estate sale in Strasbourg, Alsace, France. A beautiful and original Art Nouveau bronze letter opener that embodies craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener
Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener

Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Art Nouveau letter opener, circa 1905, in bronze. Decorated with ginkgo biloba leaves, stamped E. Brandt. In perfect condition. Length: 20 cm Width: 3.3 cm Thickness: 1 cm Weight...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener
Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener

Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Art Nouveau bronze paper knife, circa 1905. Decorated with mistletoe, stamped E. Brandt. In perfect condition. Length: 14.5 cm Width: 3.2 cm Thickness: 0.3 cm Weight: 35 grams Ed...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

French Art Nouveau Bronze Thistle Letter Opener or Paper Knife, Signed
French Art Nouveau Bronze Thistle Letter Opener or Paper Knife, Signed

French Art Nouveau Bronze Thistle Letter Opener or Paper Knife, Signed

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

An elegant French Art Nouveau letter opener or paper knife, crafted from cast bronze and dating to the early 20th century.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Claude Victor Boeltz Gilt Bronze Letter Opener, circa 1970, France.
Claude Victor Boeltz Gilt Bronze Letter Opener, circa 1970, France.

Claude Victor Boeltz Gilt Bronze Letter Opener, circa 1970, France.

By Claude Victor Boeltz

Located in Brussels, BE

Beautiful Claude Victor Boeltz Letter Opener , circa 1970, France. Gilt exploded bronze, metal blade.

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Vintage 1970s Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Letter Opener Art Nouveau early 20th century signed Rischmann, France
Bronze Letter Opener Art Nouveau early 20th century signed Rischmann, France

Bronze Letter Opener Art Nouveau early 20th century signed Rischmann, France

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Superb Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener Bug, Flower & Leafs Motif Signed Rischmann, Late 19th–Early 20th Century An exceptional Art Nouveau bronze letter opener, signed Rischmann on...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

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Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Marble Ball Letter Opener, 1910s
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Marble Ball Letter Opener, 1910s

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Marble Ball Letter Opener, 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Provenance: Discovered at an estate sale in Strasbourg, Alsace, France. A beautiful and original Art Nouveau bronze letter opener that embodies craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Letter opener, solid bronze floral laburnum decor, Jugendstil Art Nouveau France
Letter opener, solid bronze floral laburnum decor, Jugendstil Art Nouveau France

Letter opener, solid bronze floral laburnum decor, Jugendstil Art Nouveau France

Located in Wien, AT

Very nice example of a letter opener, made out of solid bronze, from the famous Jugendstil - Art Nouveau period, around 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s French Jugendstil Letter Openers

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Bronze

Antique Italian Dolphin Venice Bronze Letter Opener, 1920s
Antique Italian Dolphin Venice Bronze Letter Opener, 1920s

Antique Italian Dolphin Venice Bronze Letter Opener, 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful antique bronze letter opener dating to the 1920s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor. This beautiful Art Nouveau piece displays graceful, flowing lines and subtle ...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Art Nouveau French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Letter Opener E. Famin
Antique Art Nouveau French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Letter Opener E. Famin

Antique Art Nouveau French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Letter Opener E. Famin

Located in Greven, DE

Antique Art Nouveau French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Letter Opener E. Famin France Bronze Early 20th Century Dimensions: Length: 25cm This fine letter opener dates to the early 20th...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Art Nouveau French Bronze Gilt Thistle Letter Opener Albert Marionnete
Antique Art Nouveau French Bronze Gilt Thistle Letter Opener Albert Marionnete

Antique Art Nouveau French Bronze Gilt Thistle Letter Opener Albert Marionnete

By Albert Marionnet

Located in Greven, DE

Antique Art Nouveau French Bronze Gilt Thistle Letter Opener Albert Marionnet France Bronze c. 1900 Dimensions: Length 31.5cm Of notably large size, this letter opener is a...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze, Ormolu

Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Bronze Letter Opener with Mercury Handle
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Bronze Letter Opener with Mercury Handle

Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Bronze Letter Opener with Mercury Handle

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 19th century French Neoclassical gilt bronze letter opener with Mercury God motif on handle By: unknown Material: metal, bronze, copper, tin Technique: cast, molded, metalwork,...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Letter Openers

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Bronze, Tin, Copper, Metal

Art Deco Letter Opener
Art Deco Letter Opener

Art Deco Letter Opener

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Art Deco letter opener Bronze material with brown patina Circa 1928 Origin France Reason: female figure Signed and dated LUCIEN BAZOR.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Letter Openers

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Bronze

Large Bronze Letter Opener Art Nouveau late 19th century signed DeLaune, France
Large Bronze Letter Opener Art Nouveau late 19th century signed DeLaune, France

Large Bronze Letter Opener Art Nouveau late 19th century signed DeLaune, France

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Superb Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener Signed DeLaune D´Apres Rude, Late 19th–Early 20th Century An exceptional Art Nouveau bronze letter opener, signed on the front and marked wit...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

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Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Nude Girl Bronze Letter Opener, 1910s or older
Antique French Art Nouveau Nude Girl Bronze Letter Opener, 1910s or older

Antique French Art Nouveau Nude Girl Bronze Letter Opener, 1910s or older

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Provenance: Discovered at an estate sale in Strasbourg, Alsace, France. A beautiful and original Art Nouveau bronze letter opener that embodies craftsmanship, elegance, and timeless...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Nature Grape Vine Letter Opener Silvestre Lyon
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Nature Grape Vine Letter Opener Silvestre Lyon

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Nature Grape Vine Letter Opener Silvestre Lyon

Located in Greven, DE

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Nature Grape Vine Letter Opener Silvestre Lyon France Bronze c. 1900 Dimensions: Length 28cm Showcasing the beauty of the Art Nouveau style...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Nature Chestnut Leaves Gilt Bronze Gold Letter Opener
Antique French Art Nouveau Nature Chestnut Leaves Gilt Bronze Gold Letter Opener

Antique French Art Nouveau Nature Chestnut Leaves Gilt Bronze Gold Letter Opener

Located in Greven, DE

Antique French Art Nouveau Nature Chestnut Leaves Gilt Bronze Gold Letter Opener France Bronze c. 1900 Dimensions: Length 23.5cm This nature-inspired letter opener was craf...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze, Ormolu

Hermes Horse / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France
Hermes Horse / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

Hermes Horse / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Hermes Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France. Sleek Hermès letter opener in solid metal. Hermès Paris stamped. Beautiful light patina on the silver and on the blade. This piece is a...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Goat Oak Leaves Nature Animal Letter Opener
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Goat Oak Leaves Nature Animal Letter Opener

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Goat Oak Leaves Nature Animal Letter Opener

Located in Greven, DE

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Goat Oak Leaves Nature Animal Letter Opener France Bronze c. 1900 Dimensions: Length 20cm Designed and made at the turn of the 20th centur...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Art Deco Bronze Gemini Zodiac Sign Letter Opener Max Le Verrier
Antique French Art Deco Bronze Gemini Zodiac Sign Letter Opener Max Le Verrier

Antique French Art Deco Bronze Gemini Zodiac Sign Letter Opener Max Le Verrier

By Max Le Verrier

Located in Greven, DE

Antique French Art Deco Bronze Gemini Zodiac Sign Letter Opener Max Le Verrier France Bronze c. 1920s Dimensions: Length 21cm With a design inspired by the zodiac signs, th...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Letter Openers

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Bronze, Ormolu

Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France
Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Hermes Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France. Sleek Hermès letter opener with a detailed horse head handle in solid metal. Hermès Paris stamped. Beautiful light patina on the silver...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France
Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Hermes Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France. Sleek Hermès letter opener with a detailed horse head handle in solid metal. Hermès Paris stamped on the top of blade. Beautiful light ...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

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Bronze

"Seahorse Letter Opener, " Rare, Beautiful Art Deco Bronze by Vitello
"Seahorse Letter Opener, " Rare, Beautiful Art Deco Bronze by Vitello

"Seahorse Letter Opener, " Rare, Beautiful Art Deco Bronze by Vitello

By Vitello

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The sculptor was Vitello, a French artist who specialized in very fine bronze desk items and letter openers, although this example is one of his rarest pieces.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Letter Openers

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Bronze

Art Deco Édouard Marcel Sandoz Bronze Macrurus Desk Letter Opener
Art Deco Édouard Marcel Sandoz Bronze Macrurus Desk Letter Opener

Art Deco Édouard Marcel Sandoz Bronze Macrurus Desk Letter Opener

By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Art Deco Édouard Marcel Sandoz Bronze Macrurus Desk Letter Opener. Édouard Marcel Sandoz's Art Deco letter opener is a unique piece distinguished by its ingenious silver fish design.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Bronze Letter Opener in African Tribal Art Bakota Style
20th Century Bronze Letter Opener in African Tribal Art Bakota Style

20th Century Bronze Letter Opener in African Tribal Art Bakota Style

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Brass Figural Letter Opener, Bakota Style, Gabon, 20th Century This striking brass letter opener is crafted in the Bakota style of Gabon, Central Africa.

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20th Century French Folk Art Letter Openers

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Bronze

Signed Rare Authentic Original French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1900s
Signed Rare Authentic Original French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1900s

Signed Rare Authentic Original French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, Feather and Pinecone Motif, 1890s to early 1900s A wonderful and original French Art Nouveau bronze letter opener, dating from the 1890s to ...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Eagle Motif French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1900s signed Mauroy
Eagle Motif French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1900s signed Mauroy

Eagle Motif French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1900s signed Mauroy

Located in Nuernberg, DE

We are offering this wonderful and original heavy french art nouveau letter opener. The design dates back to the early 1900s to 1910s, the object is made of Bronze.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Antique Gilt Bronze Letter Opener with Figure of a Dog, circa 1900
Antique Gilt Bronze Letter Opener with Figure of a Dog, circa 1900

Antique Gilt Bronze Letter Opener with Figure of a Dog, circa 1900

Located in Petaluma, CA

We bought a nice collection of letter openers and a few were very special, this is one of them. A nice presentation of an adorable dog moving along on the handle portion of the lette...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique Letter Opener, Art Nouveau, c. 1910
Antique Letter Opener, Art Nouveau, c. 1910

Antique Letter Opener, Art Nouveau, c. 1910

Located in Greven, DE

Vintage Letter Opener, So beautiful, very nice condition!

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Bronze Letter Opener Knife Depicting an Eagle Made by Sculptor Jules Moigniez
Bronze Letter Opener Knife Depicting an Eagle Made by Sculptor Jules Moigniez

Bronze Letter Opener Knife Depicting an Eagle Made by Sculptor Jules Moigniez

By Jules Moigniez

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 19th century bronze letter opener knife depicting an eagle made by french animalier sculptor Jules Moigniez By: Jules Moigniez Material: bronze, copper, metal Technique: lost w...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Metal

Hermes, Paris, Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener, c.1960
Hermes, Paris, Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener, c.1960

Hermes, Paris, Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener, c.1960

By Ravinet D' Enfert, Hermès

Located in Bath, GB

A highly collectable letter opener or paper knife made in gilded bronze and dating to c.1960; a scarce-find in the gold colour.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

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Bronze

FLUORO CALCIFORTE Art Nouveau Nude Lady Letter Opener Antique 1900s
FLUORO CALCIFORTE Art Nouveau Nude Lady Letter Opener Antique 1900s

FLUORO CALCIFORTE Art Nouveau Nude Lady Letter Opener Antique 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Antique Fluoro Calciforte advertising letter opener. Mermaid shape, boat prow. Brass/bronze in very good condition.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Bronze Paper Knife Page Turner With Female Bust By Alexandre Caron
Art Nouveau Bronze Paper Knife Page Turner With Female Bust By Alexandre Caron

Art Nouveau Bronze Paper Knife Page Turner With Female Bust By Alexandre Caron

By A. Caron

Located in Norwich, England

An excellent Art Nouveau bronze paper knife page turner, depicting a female bust, and terminating in a blunt tapering point. Alexandre Caron (French, 1857-1932) signed 'A Caron', Le...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener
French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener

French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a small bronze champleve enamel set of an inkwell and letter opener. Both of them depicts colorful hand painted flowers, “C” scrolls and foliages. The resting plate of the in...

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Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Inkwells

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Bronze

Hermès Paris Letter Opener in Silver and Gold with Original Leather Case
Hermès Paris Letter Opener in Silver and Gold with Original Leather Case

Hermès Paris Letter Opener in Silver and Gold with Original Leather Case

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Hermès Paris Letter Opener in Silver and Gold with Original Leather Case An elegant letter opener from Hermès Paris, a refined piece that reflects the unmistakable sophisticated mini...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

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1960's Bronze letter opener by Hermès
1960's Bronze letter opener by Hermès

1960's Bronze letter opener by Hermès

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H 0.79 in W 9.06 in D 1.19 in

1960's Bronze letter opener by Hermès

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

1960's bronze letter opener by Hermès France Rare piece

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Vintage 1960s French Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Léo Laporte-Blairsy, an Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Letter Opener
Léo Laporte-Blairsy, an Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Letter Opener

Léo Laporte-Blairsy, an Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Letter Opener

By Leo Laporte-Blairsy

Located in Monte Carlo, MC

Léo Laporte-Blairsy An Art Nouveau gilt bronze letter opener featuring a nymph hiding her face, the blade shaped as stylized foliage. Signed. Exhibition: Salon des Artistes Franç...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Henri-Edmond Becker, Silvered Bronze Letter-Opener Highlighted with Gold, Signed
Henri-Edmond Becker, Silvered Bronze Letter-Opener Highlighted with Gold, Signed

Henri-Edmond Becker, Silvered Bronze Letter-Opener Highlighted with Gold, Signed

By Edmond-Henri Becker

Located in Monte Carlo, MC

Henri-Edmond Becker. Letter-opener. Silvered bronze letter-opener highlighted with gold. Signed.  

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Early 20th Century French Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Boxed Gilt Bronze Letter Opener and Seal by G A Chenus
Boxed Gilt Bronze Letter Opener and Seal by G A Chenus

Boxed Gilt Bronze Letter Opener and Seal by G A Chenus

By G. A. Chenus

Located in East Geelong, VIC

This boxed set of a letter opener and seal is made of gilt bronze and both pieces are signed by G A Chenus, a French sculptor of the Art Nouveau period.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Early 19th Century Napoleon Bonaparte Letter Opener
Early 19th Century Napoleon Bonaparte Letter Opener

Early 19th Century Napoleon Bonaparte Letter Opener

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H 1.97 in W 10.01 in D 0.2 in

Early 19th Century Napoleon Bonaparte Letter Opener

Located in Lučenec, SK

This is one of a kind bronze letter opener from the period just after Napoleon's death. It is a testament to his popularity that even letter openers featured his face.

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Antique 1820s French Empire Letter Openers

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Bronze

Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Desk Set with Inkwell, Letter Opener and Basket
Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Desk Set with Inkwell, Letter Opener and Basket

Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Desk Set with Inkwell, Letter Opener and Basket

Located in Brussels, BE

Beautiful desk ensemble in Louis XVI style compose by an inkwell, a paper-knife and a little plate. All in gilt bronze. Beautiful quality of chasing. Size: Inkwell W 48cm French wo...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

French Bronze Letter Opener Page Turner, circa 1900
French Bronze Letter Opener Page Turner, circa 1900

French Bronze Letter Opener Page Turner, circa 1900

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H 14.125 in W 1.25 in D 1.25 in

French Bronze Letter Opener Page Turner, circa 1900

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Late 19th century French bronze letter opener page turner, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Monique Gerber French Cast Bronze Letter Opener
Monique Gerber French Cast Bronze Letter Opener

Monique Gerber French Cast Bronze Letter Opener

By Monique Gerber

Located in Chicago, IL

Monique Gerber bronze cast letter opener in a very sculptural and Minimalist form.

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Vintage 1970s French Minimalist Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Bronze Letter Opener by Albert Marionnet, France
19th Century Bronze Letter Opener by Albert Marionnet, France

19th Century Bronze Letter Opener by Albert Marionnet, France

By Albert Marionnet

Located in Sofia, BG

19th century Art Nouveu doré bronze letter opener decorated with a fabulous eagle of Albert Marionnet.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze
Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze

By Monique Gerber

Located in Chicago, IL

Monique Gerber French bronze cast letter opener in a very sculptural and minimalist form.

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Vintage 1970s French Minimalist Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Letter Openers louis XV style in bronze
Letter Openers louis XV style in bronze

Letter Openers louis XV style in bronze

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H 7 in W 9 in D 5.3 in

Letter Openers louis XV style in bronze

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Louis XV style bronze Letter Openers,the facesare decorated with foliage and crosspieces, original condition

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Antique 1890s French Louis XV Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze and Box
Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze and Box

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze and Box

By Monique Gerber

Located in Chicago, IL

Monique Gerber French bronze cast letter opener in a very sculptural and minimalist form.

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Vintage 1970s French Minimalist Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Christofle Paris Silvered Bronze Racing Car Letter Opener
Christofle Paris Silvered Bronze Racing Car Letter Opener

Christofle Paris Silvered Bronze Racing Car Letter Opener

By Christofle

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco silvered bronze automotive letter opener by Christofle Paris. Hallmarked and stamped 'Christofle' to side. Original labelled box.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Pierre Turin, French Art Deco Bronze Letter Opener with Nude, 1925
Pierre Turin, French Art Deco Bronze Letter Opener with Nude, 1925

Pierre Turin, French Art Deco Bronze Letter Opener with Nude, 1925

By Pierre Turin

Located in Antwerp, BE

Artist / maker: Pierre Turin. Signature / marks: P. Turin. Style: Art Deco Date: 1925 Material: Bronze. Origin: France. Size cm: L. 18 cm. x W. 2.3 cm. Size inch: L. ...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt Bronze Art Nouveau Letter Opener with Lady Louis & François Moreau
French Gilt Bronze Art Nouveau Letter Opener with Lady Louis & François Moreau

French Gilt Bronze Art Nouveau Letter Opener with Lady Louis & François Moreau

By Louis & François Moreau

Located in Antwerp, BE

Artist or Maker: Louis & François Moreau Signature or Marks: L&F Moreau. Style: Art Nouveau. Date: circa 1900. Material: Gilt bronze. Origin: France. Size: L 28.5 cm x W 4 cm. ...

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Daum Pate de Verre & Gilt Bronze Letter Opener
Daum Pate de Verre & Gilt Bronze Letter Opener

Daum Pate de Verre & Gilt Bronze Letter Opener

By Daum

Located in Astoria, NY

Daum letter knife, the blue and orange pate de verre glass handle in the form of a merhorse emerging from the sea, the blade of gilt bronze. Dimensions: 11.25" L x 2" W x 2.5" D. D...

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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Letter Openers

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Glass

Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener Bookmark with Rooster G. E. Mercier France 1900
Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener Bookmark with Rooster G. E. Mercier France 1900

Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener Bookmark with Rooster G. E. Mercier France 1900

Located in Antwerp, BE

Unsual Art Nouveau patinated bronze bookmark with rooster, signed by G. E. Mercier France 1900. Signature/ Marks: G. E. Mercier Style: Art Nouveau. Date: 1900 Material: Patinate...

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Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

502 / 5.000 C.Villian Napoleon letter opener
502 / 5.000 C.Villian Napoleon letter opener

502 / 5.000 C.Villian Napoleon letter opener

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H 9.06 in W 1.97 in D 0.79 in

502 / 5.000 C.Villian Napoleon letter opener

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

C.Villian Napoleon letter opener Circa 1900 Origin France Open Napoleon's letters Material: bronze with golden patina Some natural wear due to age It is signed by the artist on the s...

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Antique Early 1900s French Empire Letter Openers

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Bronze

Modernist French Letter Opener by Ravinet d’Enfert, circa 1960
Modernist French Letter Opener by Ravinet d’Enfert, circa 1960

Modernist French Letter Opener by Ravinet d’Enfert, circa 1960

By Ravinet D' Enfert

Located in Bath, GB

A top quality French desk-top letter opener with a stunning Lion's paw handle, beautifully executed adjoined by a shaped wooden mount.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Letter Opener with Lady Alexandre Auguste Caron 1900
Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Letter Opener with Lady Alexandre Auguste Caron 1900

Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Letter Opener with Lady Alexandre Auguste Caron 1900

By A. Caron

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful Art Nouveau gilt bronze letteropener or bookmark with bust of a lady, France 1900. Signed by Alexandre Auguste Caron 1857-1932. “The dictionary of sculptors in bronze...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

French Art Nouveau Bronze Letteropener or Bookmark by A. Marionnet, 1900
French Art Nouveau Bronze Letteropener or Bookmark by A. Marionnet, 1900

French Art Nouveau Bronze Letteropener or Bookmark by A. Marionnet, 1900

By Albert Marionnet

Located in Antwerp, BE

Description: 
Art Nouveau bronze thistle bookmark. Artist/ maker: A. Marionnet. Signature/ marks: A. Marionnet, 
France. Style: 
Art Nouveau. Date: circa 1900. Material: Bronze,...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Letter Opener By Vitello.
Art Deco Bronze Letter Opener By Vitello.

Art Deco Bronze Letter Opener By Vitello.

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H 0.2 in W 8.67 in D 1.38 in

Art Deco Bronze Letter Opener By Vitello.

By Vitello

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Deco bronze letter opener with two doves. The bronze has a green patina and gilded parts. In an original leather etui. Shipping: $ 30.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

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Bronze

Vintage Hermes, Paris, Silvered Bronze Letter Opener, Equestrian
Vintage Hermes, Paris, Silvered Bronze Letter Opener, Equestrian

Vintage Hermes, Paris, Silvered Bronze Letter Opener, Equestrian

By Hermès, Ravinet D' Enfert

Located in Bath, GB

A superb and scarcely found letter opener made in silvered bronze, the handle in the form of a horse. Dating to c.1960, the underside is fully marked "Hermes, Paris" together with...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Bronze

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Letter Opener Elephant G. A. Chenus France, 1920
Art Deco Silvered Bronze Letter Opener Elephant G. A. Chenus France, 1920

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Letter Opener Elephant G. A. Chenus France, 1920

By G. A. Chenus

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Deco silvered bronze letter opener or bookmark with an elephants head.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

French Empire Style Marble and Bronze Inkwell with Letter Opener, circa 1860
French Empire Style Marble and Bronze Inkwell with Letter Opener, circa 1860

French Empire Style Marble and Bronze Inkwell with Letter Opener, circa 1860

Located in Dallas, TX

From France, this elegant marble and gilt bronze inkwell and letter opener has been done in the Empire style and dates to circa 1860.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Inkwells

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Marble, Bronze

An Art Nouveau bronze letter opener with maiden playing a harp.
An Art Nouveau bronze letter opener with maiden playing a harp.

An Art Nouveau bronze letter opener with maiden playing a harp.

By Alphonse Mucha

Located in Antwerp, BE

A letter bronze opener with Art Nouveau maiden playing a harp.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

Mephistopheles, French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1900
Mephistopheles, French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1900

Mephistopheles, French Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener, 1900

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful French bronze letter opener with bust of Mephistopeles.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Sailing Ship Letter Opener, 1910s or older
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Sailing Ship Letter Opener, 1910s or older

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Sailing Ship Letter Opener, 1910s or older

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful antique French bronze letter opener dating to the 1910s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor, signed G.Garreáu.

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

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Bronze

Antique French Signed Art Nouveau Bronze Rose Flower Letter Opener by Frecourt
Antique French Signed Art Nouveau Bronze Rose Flower Letter Opener by Frecourt

Antique French Signed Art Nouveau Bronze Rose Flower Letter Opener by Frecourt

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful antique French bronze letter opener by the sculptor Maurice Frécourt.

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

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Bronze

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art Du Bronze
Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art Du Bronze

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art Du Bronze

By Monique Gerber

Located in Chicago, IL

Monique Gerber French bronze cast letter opener in a very sculptural and minimalist form.

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Vintage 1970s French Minimalist Letter Openers

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Bronze

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art Du Bronze
Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art Du Bronze

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art Du Bronze

By Monique Gerber

Located in Chicago, IL

Monique Gerber French bronze cast letter opener in a very sculptural and minimalist form.

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Vintage 1970s French Minimalist Letter Openers

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Bronze

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze
Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze

Monique Gerber French Sculptural Cast Bronze Letter Opener Art du Bronze

By Monique Gerber

Located in Chicago, IL

Monique Gerber bronze cast letter opener in a very sculptural and Minimalist form.

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Vintage 1970s French Minimalist Letter Openers

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Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Art Nouveau Letter Opener, circa 1900
Antique French Gilt Bronze Art Nouveau Letter Opener, circa 1900

Antique French Gilt Bronze Art Nouveau Letter Opener, circa 1900

Located in Petaluma, CA

We bought a wonderful collection of letter openers, and this is one of our choicest example. Displaying a real commitment to the Art Nouveau movement, and finished in a rich gilt. Th...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Letter Opener or Paper Cutter in Silver Bronze
Letter Opener or Paper Cutter in Silver Bronze

Letter Opener or Paper Cutter in Silver Bronze

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H 8.67 in W 0.79 in D 0.4 in

Letter Opener or Paper Cutter in Silver Bronze

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Letter opener in silver bronze Silver plated bronze letter opener 35/42 microns Measures: L: 218 mm, weight: 118 gr This letter opener is the handmade work of French designer...

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2010s French Letter Openers

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Bronze

Bronze Letter Opener Art Nouveau early 20th century signed Rischmann, France
Bronze Letter Opener Art Nouveau early 20th century signed Rischmann, France

Bronze Letter Opener Art Nouveau early 20th century signed Rischmann, France

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Superb Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener Signed Rischmann, Late 19th–Early 20th Century An exceptional Art Nouveau bronze letter opener, signed Rischmann on the front and marked Bron...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

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Bronze

Bronze Letter Opener inscribed "Hommage de la Tricalcine Oxymenthol" France 1910
Bronze Letter Opener inscribed "Hommage de la Tricalcine Oxymenthol" France 1910

Bronze Letter Opener inscribed "Hommage de la Tricalcine Oxymenthol" France 1910

Located in Nuernberg, DE

We are offering this wonderful and original heavy french art nouveau letter opener. The design dates back to the early 1900s to 1910s, the object is made of Bronze.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

French Art Deco Silvered Bronze Letter Opener Philatelist by R. Cochet, 1930
French Art Deco Silvered Bronze Letter Opener Philatelist by R. Cochet, 1930

French Art Deco Silvered Bronze Letter Opener Philatelist by R. Cochet, 1930

By Robert Cochet

Located in Antwerp, BE

“Philateliste.” Art Deco silvered bronze letter opener picturing a stamp collector by the French artist Robert Cochet.

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Letter Openers

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Bronze

French Empire Style Doré Bronze-Mounted Ebony Wood Dagger Form Letter Opener
French Empire Style Doré Bronze-Mounted Ebony Wood Dagger Form Letter Opener

French Empire Style Doré Bronze-Mounted Ebony Wood Dagger Form Letter Opener

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An eye-catching dagger form French Empire style letter opener. Constructed in two sections of carved ebony wood pieces that are secured under gilt bronze mounts.

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Early 20th Century French Empire Letter Openers

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Bronze

Jean Filhos for Christofle Silvered Bronze Erotic Letter Opener Nude 1974 France
Jean Filhos for Christofle Silvered Bronze Erotic Letter Opener Nude 1974 France

Jean Filhos for Christofle Silvered Bronze Erotic Letter Opener Nude 1974 France

Located in Antwerp, BE

Midcentury silvered bronze erotic letter opener or bookmark with nudes by the French artist Jean Filhos (1921-2002) This model was created as the official 1974 Christofle Christmas ...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

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Bronze

Letter Opener by George Omerth
Letter Opener by George Omerth

Letter Opener by George Omerth

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H 9.85 in W 1.58 in D 1.19 in

Letter Opener by George Omerth

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Letter Opener by George Omerth Origin France Circa 1920 art deco style Excellent condition Gilt bronze and patina Omerth's life dates are not known in literature.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Letter Openers

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Bronze

Large Mediterranean Letter Opener Knife
Large Mediterranean Letter Opener Knife

Large Mediterranean Letter Opener Knife

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H 1.7 in W 13.2 in D 0.7 in

Large Mediterranean Letter Opener Knife

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Large Mediterranean letter opener knife.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Folk Art Letter Openers

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Bronze, Steel

Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener or Paper Knife, Signed E. Rischmann
Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener or Paper Knife, Signed E. Rischmann

Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Opener or Paper Knife, Signed E. Rischmann

Located in Miami, FL

A beautiful bronze letter opener in the Art Nouveau style from France.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Beautiful Eagle Authentic French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1900s
Beautiful Eagle Authentic French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1900s

Beautiful Eagle Authentic French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

We are offering this wonderful and original heavy french art nouveau letter opener. The design dates back to the early 1900s to 1910s, the object is made of Bronze.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Art Nouveau French Letter Opener, w/ Beautiful Girl, ca. 1900
Art Nouveau French Letter Opener, w/ Beautiful Girl, ca. 1900

Art Nouveau French Letter Opener, w/ Beautiful Girl, ca. 1900

By Émile Pinedo

Located in Petaluma, CA

We believe this to be the best letter opener we have ever offered, especially if art nouveau appeals to you. The quality of the casting is superb right down to the to include her ear...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Victorin Sabatier : Art Nouveau old gilt patinated bronze letter opener C.1900
Victorin Sabatier : Art Nouveau old gilt patinated bronze letter opener C.1900

Victorin Sabatier : Art Nouveau old gilt patinated bronze letter opener C.1900

By Victorin Sabatier

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Victorin Sabatier (1873-1922, France) : Art Nouveau old gilt patinated bronze letter opener Rare letter opener made of old gilt patinated bronze signed "V.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Extremely Rare Authentic Original French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1890s
Extremely Rare Authentic Original French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1890s

Extremely Rare Authentic Original French Art Nouveau Letter Opener Antique 1890s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

We are offering this wonderful and original heavy french art nouveau letter opener. The design dates back to the 1890s to 1910s, the object is made of Bronze, marked at the backside ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Signed Gilt Bronze Letter Opener Desk One of a Kind Desk Accessory
Art Nouveau Signed Gilt Bronze Letter Opener Desk One of a Kind Desk Accessory

Art Nouveau Signed Gilt Bronze Letter Opener Desk One of a Kind Desk Accessory

Located in Labrit, Landes

Art Nouveau signed heavy gilt bronze letter opener one of a kind paper knife Stunning would make superb gift In its original box Hand colored Superb quality Excellent condition for ...

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Jean Filhos for Christofle Silvered Bronze Erotic Letter Opener Nude, 1974 Franc
Jean Filhos for Christofle Silvered Bronze Erotic Letter Opener Nude, 1974 Franc

Jean Filhos for Christofle Silvered Bronze Erotic Letter Opener Nude, 1974 Franc

By Christofle

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Midcentury silvered erotic letter opener or bookmark with nudes by the French artist Jean Filhos, (1921-2002) This model was created as the official 1974 Christofle Christmas gift (...

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Vintage 1970s French Modern Letter Openers

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Silver

French Art Nouveau Bronze Letteropener with Lady, Signed A. Delm, 1900
French Art Nouveau Bronze Letteropener with Lady, Signed A. Delm, 1900

French Art Nouveau Bronze Letteropener with Lady, Signed A. Delm, 1900

Located in Antwerp, BE

Description: 
A bronze letteropener with Art Nouveau maiden. Artist/ maker: 
A. Delm. Style: 
Art Nouveau. Condition: 
Good original condition. Date: 
circa 1900. Material: 
Pat...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Open letters by C. villain
Open letters by C. villain

Open letters by C. villain

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H 8.47 in W 1.58 in D 0.79 in

Open letters by C. villain

By Jean Garnier

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Open letters by C. villain Origin France Circa 1915 Empire style patinated bronze Soldier motif Excellent condition signed on the side FRENCH, 1853-1910 Jean Garnier was born in Mou...

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Vintage 1910s French Empire Letter Openers

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Bronze

Open letters by Alfred Jorel
Open letters by Alfred Jorel

Open letters by Alfred Jorel

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H 10.63 in W 0.4 in D 1.97 in

Open letters by Alfred Jorel

By Alfred Jorel

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Open letters by Alfred Jorel Origin France Circa 1915 Gilded bronze Art nouveau style Excellent condition with some wear due to age. Jorel was a student of the sculptor Jean Carlus. ...

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Open letters Maurice Frecourt
Open letters Maurice Frecourt

Open letters Maurice Frecourt

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H 9.45 in W 1.38 in D 0.2 in

Open letters Maurice Frecourt

By Maurice Frecourt

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Open letters Maurice Frecourt Gilt bronze with natural wear Origin France Circa 1930 Signed Maurice Frecourt.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Letter Openers

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Boxed Paperknife and Seal Signed LeRoyer
Art Nouveau Boxed Paperknife and Seal Signed LeRoyer

Art Nouveau Boxed Paperknife and Seal Signed LeRoyer

Located in London, GB

A fine Art Nouveau boxed paperknife and seal in gilt and patinated bronze signed by LeRoyer on both the seal and knife. Both the top of the seal and paperknife decorated with a flora...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Art Deco Letter Opener Bronze Signed Max le Verrier
Art Deco Letter Opener Bronze Signed Max le Verrier

Art Deco Letter Opener Bronze Signed Max le Verrier

By Max Le Verrier

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Art deco letter opener bronze signed max le verrier. France around 1930. as found condition.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sculptures

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Bronze

Large Art Deco Onyx & Bronze Elephant Desk Inkstand Set w. Letter Opener & Stamp
Large Art Deco Onyx & Bronze Elephant Desk Inkstand Set w. Letter Opener & Stamp

Large Art Deco Onyx & Bronze Elephant Desk Inkstand Set w. Letter Opener & Stamp

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful, large and remarkably complete antique Art Deco desk set, circa 1920. If you are a collector of decorative antiques in general and Art Deco ones in particular then this ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Onyx, Bronze

Daum Nancy "Thistles" Letter Opener and Bronze
Daum Nancy "Thistles" Letter Opener and Bronze

Daum Nancy "Thistles" Letter Opener and Bronze

By Daum

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Acid cut back cameo design depicting spays of thistles with fine thorny branches, gold and red flowers at ends on gradual frosted emerald green to clear relief background ruby red en...

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Letter Openers

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Bronze

Bronze and Bone Napoleon Letter Opener
Bronze and Bone Napoleon Letter Opener

Bronze and Bone Napoleon Letter Opener

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Fabulous bronze and bone sculpture of Napoleon in the form of a letter opener, signed Louchet. Napoleons face and hand in the bone along with blade. Presented in 1912. Engraving on ...

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Early 20th Century French Desk Accessories

Hermes nautical Letter opener
Hermes nautical Letter opener

Hermes nautical Letter opener

Located in New York, NY

interesting and super well made as only Hermes knows how to.

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Vintage 1960s French Desk Accessories

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Letter Opener French Bulldog signed by Bailly
19th Century Letter Opener French Bulldog signed by Bailly

19th Century Letter Opener French Bulldog signed by Bailly

Located in Retie, BE

Art Nouveau Letter Opener in Bronze - French Buldogg - Signed Bailly - Bailly Charles Eloy ( 1830 - 1895 )

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Art Nouveau More Furniture and Collectibles

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Bronze

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French Bronze Letter Opener For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the French bronze letter opener you’re looking for. Each French bronze letter opener for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and glass. There are 16 variations of the antique or vintage French bronze letter opener you’re looking for, while we also have 8 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect French bronze letter opener — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A French bronze letter opener is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one French bronze letter opener that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hermès, Ravinet d'Enfert and Christofle produced versions that are worth a look.

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Finding the Right Desk-accessories for You

Whether you’ve carved out a space for a nifty home office or you prefer the morning commute, why not dress up your desk with antique and vintage desk accessories? To best tiptoe the line between desk efficiency and desk enjoyment, we suggest adding a touch of the past to your modern-day space.

Desks are a funny thing. Their basic premise has remained the same for quite literally centuries: a flat surface, oftentimes a drawer, and potentially a shelf or two. However, the contents that lay upon the desk? Well, the evolution has been drastic to say the least.

Thank the Victorians for the initial popularity of the paperweight. The Industrial Revolution offered the novel concept of leisure-time to Europeans, giving them more time to take part in the then crucial activity of letter writing. Decorative glass paperweight designs were all the rage, and during the mid-19th-century some of the most popular makers included the French companies of Baccarat, St. Louis and Clichy.

As paper was exceedingly expensive in the early to mid-19th-century, every effort was made to utilize a full sheet of it. Paper knives, which gave way to the modern letter opener, were helpful for cutting paper down to an appropriate size.

Books — those bound volumes of paper, you may recall — used to be common occurrences on desks of yore and where there were books there needed to be bookends. As a luxury item, bookend designs have run the gamut from incorporating ultra-luxurious materials (think marble and Murano glass) to being whimsical desk accompaniments (animal figurines were highly popular choices).

Though the inkwell’s extinction was ushered in by the advent of the ballpoint pen (itself quasi-obsolete at this point), there is still significant charm to be had from placing one of these bauble-like objets in a central spot on one’s desk. You may be surprised to discover the mood-boosting powers an antique — and purposefully empty — inkwell can provide.

The clamor for desk clocks arose as the Industrial Revolution transitioned labor from outdoors to indoors, and allowed for the mass-production of clock parts in factories. Naturally, elaborate designs soon followed and clocks could be found made by artisans and luxury houses like Cartier.

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