KIN 512 – Bakelite - Late 1940s - Pencil sharpener Art Deco
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KIN 512 – Bakelite desk pencil sharpener from the late 1940s, Czech origin, Art Deco, in excellent condition with original shavings drawer and desk clamp, dimensions 13 cm high, 10.5 cm wide, 13.5 cm deep.
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KIN 512 – Mechanical Bakelite Desk Pencil Sharpener – Czechoslovakia – c. 1945-1950
A superb and increasingly scarce KIN Model 512 mechanical desk pencil sharpener, manufactured in former Czechoslovakia during the late 1940s. This large, heavy quality model is widely admired for its distinctive streamlined design, combining the elegance of late Art Deco styling with the robust functionality of early industrial office equipment.
Crafted from beautifully polished dark brown bakelite and fitted with a nickel-plated steel sharpening mechanism, the KIN 512 is both a practical writing accessory and a highly decorative collector's piece. Its sculptural silhouette, quality materials, and precise engineering make it a standout example of mid-century Central European design.
This example is particularly desirable as it retains all of its important original components, including the original removable bakelite shavings drawer and the original metal table clamp, allowing it to be securely mounted to a desk exactly as intended by the manufacturer.
The sharpener has been tested and remains fully functional. The mechanism operates smoothly, the spring-loaded pencil holder works correctly, and the sharpener performs its intended function properly.
A wonderful addition to a collection of bakelite objects, vintage office equipment, writing instruments, industrial design, or Mid-Century decorative arts.
Condition
Presented in near mint original condition.
Original dark brown bakelite housing with exceptional gloss
No cracks, chips, or repairs observed
Original removable shavings drawer present
Original metal desk clamp included
Nickel-plated sharpening mechanism in very well-preserved condition
Tested and fully functional
Dimensions
Height: approximately 13 cm
Width: approximately 10,5 cm
Depth: approximately 13.5 cm
Weight: approximately 650 grams
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
KIN 512 – Mechanical Bakelite Desk Pencil Sharpener – Czechoslovakia – c. 1945-1950
A superb and increasingly scarce KIN Model 512 mechanical desk pencil sharpener, manufactured in former Czechoslovakia during the late 1940s. This large, heavy quality model is widely admired for its distinctive streamlined design, combining the elegance of late Art Deco styling with the robust functionality of early industrial office equipment.
Crafted from beautifully polished dark brown bakelite and fitted with a nickel-plated steel sharpening mechanism, the KIN 512 is both a practical writing accessory and a highly decorative collector's piece. Its sculptural silhouette, quality materials, and precise engineering make it a standout example of mid-century Central European design.
This example is particularly desirable as it retains all of its important original components, including the original removable bakelite shavings drawer and the original metal table clamp, allowing it to be securely mounted to a desk exactly as intended by the manufacturer.
The sharpener has been tested and remains fully functional. The mechanism operates smoothly, the spring-loaded pencil holder works correctly, and the sharpener performs its intended function properly.
A wonderful addition to a collection of bakelite objects, vintage office equipment, writing instruments, industrial design, or Mid-Century decorative arts.
Condition
Presented in near mint original condition.
Original dark brown bakelite housing with exceptional gloss
No cracks, chips, or repairs observed
Original removable shavings drawer present
Original metal desk clamp included
Nickel-plated sharpening mechanism in very well-preserved condition
Tested and fully functional
Dimensions
Height: approximately 13 cm
Width: approximately 10,5 cm
Depth: approximately 13.5 cm
Weight: approximately 650 grams
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
KIN 512 – Bakelite - Late 1940s
Style
Art Deco
Country of Origin
Czechia
Material
Bakelite
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
13 cm
Width
10.5 cm
Depth
13.5 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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