Letter holder - Brass - Art Nouveau Brass Postage
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Art Nouveau brass postage stamp and letter holder, cast brass, dating from circa 1900–1910, of French origin, dimensions 9 cm × 5 cm × 3 cm, weight 230 g, in good antique condition with minor signs of age.
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Beautiful and rare Art Nouveau postage stamp holder or letter holder in cast brass, dating from approximately 1880–1910.
This elegant desk accessory features a finely detailed sunflower motif surrounded by flowing organic lines and openwork decoration, characteristic of the Art Nouveau movement. The refined craftsmanship and harmonious design reflect the artistic ideals of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Originally intended for holding postage stamps or correspondence on a writing desk, the piece is now appreciated as a decorative and highly collectible example of Art Nouveau decorative arts. The warm aged patina enhances its authentic antique character and highlights the quality of the casting.
A charming collector’s item, suitable for collectors of Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, antique desk accessories and decorative brassware.
Material: Cast brass
Period: Art Nouveau, circa 1880–1910
Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Dimensions
* Length: 9 cm
* Width: 5 cm
* Height: 3 cm
Weight
* 230 g
A decorative and increasingly hard-to-find Art Nouveau desk accessory with excellent display value and historical appeal.
Beautiful and rare Art Nouveau postage stamp holder or letter holder in cast brass, dating from approximately 1880–1910.
This elegant desk accessory features a finely detailed sunflower motif surrounded by flowing organic lines and openwork decoration, characteristic of the Art Nouveau movement. The refined craftsmanship and harmonious design reflect the artistic ideals of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Originally intended for holding postage stamps or correspondence on a writing desk, the piece is now appreciated as a decorative and highly collectible example of Art Nouveau decorative arts. The warm aged patina enhances its authentic antique character and highlights the quality of the casting.
A charming collector’s item, suitable for collectors of Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, antique desk accessories and decorative brassware.
Material: Cast brass
Period: Art Nouveau, circa 1880–1910
Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Dimensions
* Length: 9 cm
* Width: 5 cm
* Height: 3 cm
Weight
* 230 g
A decorative and increasingly hard-to-find Art Nouveau desk accessory with excellent display value and historical appeal.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
230 g
Title additional information
Art Nouveau Brass Postage
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
3 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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