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Modernist English Solid / Sterling Silver Letter Opener - Brian Leslie Fuller

$656.81
£475
€559.61
CA$910.05
A$987.54
CHF 523.31
MX$12,111.68
NOK 6,475.90
SEK 6,119.39
DKK 4,177.75

About the Item

A superb mid-century modern letter opener made by the highly collectable silversmith, Brian Leslie Fuller. Made from solid English silver fully hallmarked for London 1979 together with the makers mark. The handle is exceptionally tactile with it's textured finish and modern twisted form. Excellent condition measuring 7" in length x 5/8" x 5/8". Item: 44601 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK Brian Leslie Fuller was a boy scholar at the Central School of Arts and Crafts in London before being indentured to Wakely and Wheeler under Frank Beck. In 1966 he joined Gerald Benney and two years later was made General Manager of the firm. In 1975 he started his own studio in Clerkenwell before opening a retail shop and workshop in Old Amersham in 1977. It was there that he adopted the local Glis Glis Dormouse as his Trade Mark. His work ranges from jewellery to domestic and ceremonial silver and commissions include pieces for the church, many London Livery Companies as well as business and private clients. He has lectured and taught widely.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 0.63 in (1.61 cm)Depth: 0.63 in (1.61 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1979
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 446011stDibs: LU3365346592822

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