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Japanese 19th Century Mixed Metals, Letter Opener C.1880

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Japanese 19th century mixed metals, letter opener C.1880. The letter opener brass and copper mixed metals, blade in the form of a fish, the front handle depicting mythological figures, the reverse with chrysanthemums plant. Length: - 8.6 inches. Condition: very minor wear commensurate with age, mentioned purely for accuracy purposes only.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.6 in (21.85 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5.08 mm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    very minor wear commensurate with age, mentioned purely for accuracy purposes only.
  • Seller Location:
    Toronto, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AL36831stDibs: LU1070629269622
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