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Chinese Silver Mounted Letter Opener
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Chinese Silver Mounted Letter Opener with carved bone horse handle.
A charming early 20th-century Chinese letter opener featuring a finely carved bone handle in the form of a stylized horse. The handle, sculpted in low relief, is detailed with a flowing mane and expressive facial features, complete with inlaid dark eyes.
The bone carving is joined to the blade with a chased silver ferrule adorned in floral relief, adding a delicate decorative accent to this functional object. The blade itself is also fashioned from bone, gently tapered and smoothed to a flat edge for easily opening correspondence.
This letter opener beautifully blends artistry and utility! It exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of decorative Chinese export objects made for the scholar’s desk.
- Dimensions:Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 1 in (2.54 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
- Style:Chinoiserie (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:China
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor surface wear, natural patina to silver.
- Seller Location:Middleburg, VA
- Reference Number:Seller: 60181stDibs: LU872644846342
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