CLOU - Pencil sharpener - Mechanical pencil sharpener
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Mechanical desk pencil sharpener by CLOU, model IDEA, made of metal, circa 1920–1930, Germany, dimensions 12 × 8.5 × 13 cm.
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Superb mechanical desktop pencil sharpener from the German brand CLOU, model "IDEA". This rare collectible object bears witness to German precision engineering from the early 20th century. It is distinguished by its robust industrial design and its highly aesthetic visible mechanism.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- Brand: CLOU
- Model: IDEA
- Origin: Germany
- Era: Circa 1920-1930
- Materials: Black lacquered metal body, solid wood base (oak or stained beech), internal components in steel and brass.
- Mechanism: Manual operation by crank with a rotary milling system using toothed wheels.
- Adjustment: A rotary chuck on the top allows adjusting the diameter for different pencil sizes.
CONDITION REPORT:
The piece is in its original (vintage) condition with a very handsome patina.
- Aesthetics: The black paint shows signs of use and natural oxidation that enhance its authenticity. The "CLOU IDEA" logo on the front is perfectly legible.
- Mechanical: The crank turns freely and the internal mechanism appears complete.
- Base: The wooden base is solid, with original drilling holes allowing it to be fixed to a desk.
Superb mechanical desktop pencil sharpener from the German brand CLOU, model "IDEA". This rare collectible object bears witness to German precision engineering from the early 20th century. It is distinguished by its robust industrial design and its highly aesthetic visible mechanism.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- Brand: CLOU
- Model: IDEA
- Origin: Germany
- Era: Circa 1920-1930
- Materials: Black lacquered metal body, solid wood base (oak or stained beech), internal components in steel and brass.
- Mechanism: Manual operation by crank with a rotary milling system using toothed wheels.
- Adjustment: A rotary chuck on the top allows adjusting the diameter for different pencil sizes.
CONDITION REPORT:
The piece is in its original (vintage) condition with a very handsome patina.
- Aesthetics: The black paint shows signs of use and natural oxidation that enhance its authenticity. The "CLOU IDEA" logo on the front is perfectly legible.
- Mechanical: The crank turns freely and the internal mechanism appears complete.
- Base: The wooden base is solid, with original drilling holes allowing it to be fixed to a desk.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
CLOU
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Metal
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
8.5 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
Title additional information
Mechanical pencil sharpener
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