Pair Italian Silver Wine Cask Toothpick Holders

English silverplate cartridge holder. Vintage seven chamber cartridge holder of slim curved design. Beautiful modern design desk accessory. England, early 20th century Dimensions: 4...

Set of twelve African Safari napkin rings. Hand carved and stained olive wood figures with integral rings from Kenya consisting of pair cheetah, pair giraffe, pair elephants...

Set of four African Safari napkin rings. Hand carved and stained olive wood figures with integrated napkin rings from Kenya. Elephant, zebra, leopard and...

Neoclassical white porcelain salt dish. A fine transitional Louis XVI Wallendorf white porcelain salt in perfect condition, Germany, circa 1780. Dimension: 4...

Richard Rohac Fish Toothpick Holder stand, Austria, 1950s

Toothpick holder with African boy by Richard Rohac Original condition.

A brass and red leatherette wine bottle holder designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.  Dimensions (inches): 7.75” H x 3.94” W x 8” D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.

This cute antique Art Nouveau figurative toothpick holder by WMF is a delightful representation of the period's artistic sensibilities. Crafted from silver-plated pewter in a material known as "Britannia Metall," this piece exudes a certain charm and whimsy that is characteristic of Art Nouveau design. The toothpick holder features a figurative scene depicting a young boy cradling a dachshund puppy in his arms. This tender and endearing scene captures a moment of affection and companionship between the boy and his furry friend. The attention to detail in rendering both the boy's features and the dachshund's playful expression showcases the skilled artistry of the WMF craftsmen. "Britannia Metall" refers to a high-quality pewter alloy that was favored during the Art Nouveau period for its malleability and durability. The silver-plated finish lends a touch of elegance to the piece, while still allowing the fine details of the figurine to shine through. WMF, or Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, was a renowned German metalware company that was at the forefront of Art Nouveau design. Their pieces are highly collectible and sought after for their exceptional craftsmanship and artistic merit. This antique toothpick...