Nutcracker - Antique bronze nutcracker in the shape of a man's head - Bronze

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Antique bronze nutcracker in the shape of a man's head, made in France from bronze, circa 1940–1950, with a height of 19 cm, width 5 cm, depth 5 cm and a weight of 290 g, in good used condition with minor signs of age.

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This object is an antique bronze nutcracker in the shape of a man's head, from France and circa 1880–1900. The piece shows a characteristic face with a helmet, which splits into two halves when opened. Such nutcrackers were functional, but also served as curiosities or conversation pieces.

The marks on the inside and the emblem on the handle point to small workshops or artisanal founders, which is typical for this period. Similar pieces are known under names such as “French soldier nutcracker” or “Janus head nutcracker.”

Good condition.
Length: 19 cm
Width: 5 cm

Carefully packed and sent by registered mail.

This object is an antique bronze nutcracker in the shape of a man's head, from France and circa 1880–1900. The piece shows a characteristic face with a helmet, which splits into two halves when opened. Such nutcrackers were functional, but also served as curiosities or conversation pieces.

The marks on the inside and the emblem on the handle point to small workshops or artisanal founders, which is typical for this period. Similar pieces are known under names such as “French soldier nutcracker” or “Janus head nutcracker.”

Good condition.
Length: 19 cm
Width: 5 cm

Carefully packed and sent by registered mail.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
290 g
Country of Origin
France
Model
Antique bronze nutcracker in the shape of a man's head
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
19 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated Period
1940-1950
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Objects sold
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