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Letter-opener with silver handle in the shape of an owl.

$410.41
£304.04
€345
CA$564.49
A$627.88
CHF 329.38
MX$7,661.52
NOK 4,134.17
SEK 3,895.96
DKK 2,626.78

About the Item

Decorative letter-opener with a silver handle in the shape of an owl. Early 20th c. The silverstamps are inexplicit.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Width: 1.58 in (4 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th c
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1006842094572

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