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Antique Dolphin Sculpture Paperclip Paperweight Cast Iron Aquatic Mammal

$2,276.47
£1,694.69
€1,900
CA$3,118.20
A$3,468.12
CHF 1,810.94
MX$42,203.30
NOK 23,128.51
SEK 21,690.46
DKK 14,464.04
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About the Item

Rare and outstanding sculpture of an expressive dolphin designed as a paperclip and a paperweight made out of cast iron. Its eyes are made out of glass and it can open its mouth and hold papers or documents. Paperclip doubling as a paperweight in the shape of a fully modelled dolphin. The fish can also be hung on a wall.
  • Weight:
    554 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.96 in (75 mm)Width: 3.86 in (98 mm)Length: 6.19 in (157 mm)
  • Style:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Munich, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU149018788701

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