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Pair of Late Victorian English Bone Letter Openers with Sterling Silver Handles

$1,500per set
£1,135.11per set
€1,309.14per set
CA$2,094.65per set
A$2,346.68per set
CHF 1,221.44per set
MX$28,578.07per set
NOK 15,559.58per set
SEK 14,652.73per set
DKK 9,772.57per set
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Pair of Late Victorian english bone letter openers/bone folders with sterling silver horse and dog/wolf handles By: unknown Material: bone, silver, metal, sterling silver Technique: molded, cast, metalwork, hand-crafted, carved, hand-carved, polished, silvered, plated Dimensions: 0.5 in x 3 in x 9.5 in Date: late 19th century Style: Late Victorian, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau Place of origin: England Crafted during the Late Victorian era in England, this pair of letter openers/bone folders exudes timeless refinement and craftsmanship. Each folder features detailed sterling silver handles depicting the heads of a horse and a dog/wolf. The intricate representations of the animals showcase the skill of the maker, with manufacturer's stamps and silver purity marks discreetly placed behind each handle. These folders epitomize the transition from the Late Victorian period to the emerging styles of Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau, blending traditional craftsmanship with innovative design elements. They serve as both functional tools and collector's pieces, reflecting the sophistication of Victorian society and the enduring allure of sterling silver craftsmanship.

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