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Playing Cats or Kittens, Gilded Bronze Desk Set, c.1890
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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
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- 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)
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- Date of Manufacture:c.1890
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Bath, GB
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