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Writing clamp in the shape of a ball and a billiard cue, Great Britain 1890.

About the Item

A wooden-based desk clip, covered with green paper. A brass hinge, with a spring, holds the tip of a billiard cue, on which runs the ivory billiard ball, with a brass caricature face. England, late 19th century. (SHIPPING IN EU ONLY)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917143308652

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