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Period: 1940s
Wooden Letter Holder, France, 1940s
Wooden Letter Holder, France, 1940s

Wooden Letter Holder, France, 1940s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

An elegant wooden desk letter holder, crafted from veneer with contrasting grain patterns that highlight the material's rich character. Its three-tiered design allows for the easy or...

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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Letter Openers

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Wine Leaf Dish & Letter Opener in Brass
Art Nouveau Wine Leaf Dish & Letter Opener in Brass

Art Nouveau Wine Leaf Dish & Letter Opener in Brass

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A naturalistic perceived French pattern from the 1910s this ornate set was made by Gørtler E. Albersen in Denmark during the 1930s or 40s. Both parts are made from solid heavy stock ...

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Danish Art Nouveau Vintage 1940s Letter Openers

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Brass

Spratling Sterling and Wood Letter Opener
Spratling Sterling and Wood Letter Opener

Spratling Sterling and Wood Letter Opener

By William Spratling

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1940. We offer this rare William Spratling Sterling and Ebony Wood Letter Opener. fantastic Patina and includes original Spratling Brand.

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Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Letter Openers

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Sterling Silver Letter Opener
Sterling Silver Letter Opener

Sterling Silver Letter Opener

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This sterling silver letter opener is a handsome piece that makes a great gift. Not only is it functional but a beautiful accent to your desk. Sleek and unadorned it works with any d...

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Vintage 1940s Letter Openers

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Sterling Silver

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