No. 104268637

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Figure - Letter Holder with Cherub - .835 silver
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Figure - Letter Holder with Cherub - .835 silver

Silver Letter Holder with Cherub Decoration Portugal assay mark, late 20th century, 835/000, and same date marker's mark. An elegant and highly decorative silver letter holder, beautifully crafted in an ornate late Victorian / Art Nouveau style. The front panel is richly pierced with flowing scrollwork, foliage motifs, and a charming cherub figure holding a musical instrument, creating a romantic and refined composition. The openwork design demonstrates fine silversmithing craftsmanship, while the shaped feet and graceful lines give the piece an attractive architectural presence. The rear compartment features a ribbed backing designed to securely hold letters, correspondence, postcards, or calling cards. Originally intended as a desk accessory for organizing personal correspondence, this letter holder reflects the elegance and sophistication of a bygone era, when finely crafted silver objects formed an essential part of a well-appointed home or office. Details Material: Silver Type: Letter holder / correspondence rack Decoration: Pierced scrollwork with cherub and floral motifs Style: Victorian / Art Nouveau influence Dimension: 12x5.0cm Height: 9.0cm Weight: 227.32g Function: For letters, postcards, documents, or visiting cards Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use; please examine the photographs carefully.

No. 104268637

No longer available
Figure - Letter Holder with Cherub - .835 silver

Figure - Letter Holder with Cherub - .835 silver

Silver Letter Holder with Cherub Decoration

Portugal assay mark, late 20th century, 835/000, and same date marker's mark.

An elegant and highly decorative silver letter holder, beautifully crafted in an ornate late Victorian / Art Nouveau style. The front panel is richly pierced with flowing scrollwork, foliage motifs, and a charming cherub figure holding a musical instrument, creating a romantic and refined composition.

The openwork design demonstrates fine silversmithing craftsmanship, while the shaped feet and graceful lines give the piece an attractive architectural presence. The rear compartment features a ribbed backing designed to securely hold letters, correspondence, postcards, or calling cards.

Originally intended as a desk accessory for organizing personal correspondence, this letter holder reflects the elegance and sophistication of a bygone era, when finely crafted silver objects formed an essential part of a well-appointed home or office.

Details

Material: Silver
Type: Letter holder / correspondence rack
Decoration: Pierced scrollwork with cherub and floral motifs
Style: Victorian / Art Nouveau influence
Dimension: 12x5.0cm
Height: 9.0cm
Weight: 227.32g
Function: For letters, postcards, documents, or visiting cards
Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use; please examine the photographs carefully.

Bidding closed
Inés Fernández
Expert
Estimate  € 600 - € 700

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