Figure - Letter Holder with Cherub - .835 silver
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A silver letter holder with cherub decoration, made in Portugal and dating to the 1950s, in good antique condition with minor signs of aging, measuring 12 cm wide, 5 cm deep, and 9 cm high, weighing 227.32 g, and hallmarked .835 silver.
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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.
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
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.
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
227.32 g
Silver type
.835 silver
Title
Letter Holder with Cherub
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
9 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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