PAUL LUDWIG KOWALCZEWSKI - Paper knife - Bronze

“PAUL LUDWIG KOWALCZEWSKI – ART NOUVEAU LETTER OPENER WITH LYING FEMALE NUDE – BRONZE CIRCA 1900 – SIGNED“

Art Nouveau letter opener / paper knife by Paul Ludwig Kowalczewski – signed – circa 1900

An exceptionally artistically crafted letter opener from the bloom period of Art Nouveau, created by the renowned sculptor Paul Ludwig Kowalczewski.

The object features a finely modeled, lying female nude figure that harmoniously blends into the flowing lines of the handle. The composition combines sculpture and function in an impressive way and stands as an example of the elegant formal language of Art Nouveau.

The blade is stylized and ornately worked, while the figure is designed with great sensitivity to anatomy and movement. The warm, authentic patina emphasizes the originality and gives the piece a particularly attractive radiance.

The artist’s signature is present and confirms the attribution to Kowalczewski, whose works are today highly valued by collectors of Art Nouveau bronzes and decorative art.

A rare and decorative collectible – both as a functional object and as a small sculpture with artistic ambition.

DETAILS:
• Artist: Paul Ludwig Kowalczewski
• Object: Letter opener / paper knife
• Style: Art Nouveau
• Material: Bronze / bronzed metal
• Dating: circa 1890–1910
• Origin: Germany
• Signature: present
• Condition: good age-related condition with a beautiful patina and minor signs of wear

Regarding condition: The condition is authentic and original in its "patina" – see photos!
Some wear. – the surface is worn and the object is worn down in its surface!