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Playing Cats or Kittens, Gilded Bronze Desk Set, c.1890

About the Item

A rare and magnificent English desk set made from gilded bronze in superb condition. The set consists of a pair of candlesticks, a pen tray, an inkwell, a seal and a letter opener. All pieces feature cast cats or kittens playing with rugs and carpets. Dating to the late Victorian era, circa 1890. Each candlestick has a base diameter measuring 4 7/8" x 7" tall; the pen tray measures 9" x 3 3/4" x 2 1/2"; the letter opener measures 7 1/2" x 1" x 3/4"; the inkwell measures 4 3/4" x 3 3/4" x 2 3/4"; the seal measures 3 3/4" x 3/4" x 1". Item: 39992 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 4.88 in (12.4 cm)Depth: 4.88 in (12.4 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 6
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 399921stDibs: LU3365334360832

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