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French Belle Époque, Patinated Bronze Desktop Sculptural Paperweight, 19 Century

$1,500
£1,126.84
€1,299.43
CA$2,081.45
A$2,312.95
CHF 1,212.01
MX$28,364.15
NOK 15,458.45
SEK 14,542.75
DKK 9,698.41
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About the Item

Signed illegibly original red marble base. Dimensions: H: 8.25” x W: 3.25” x D: 4.25” Base diameter: 2.75” This beautiful and delicate desktop dark chocolate-brown patinated bronze sculptural paperweight depicts an angel, receiving a love letter from a dove. A perfect marriage between desk decoration and functionality.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Width: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)Depth: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Belle Époque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. We make our best effort to provide a fair and descriptive condition report. Please examine the photos attentively. Send us a message to request more details or discuss price.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2819314460221

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