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A CASTELLANI BRONZE AND MARBLE LETTER OPENER, ITALY, CA. 1880S

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A CASTELLANI BRONZE AND MARBLE LETTER OPENER, ITALY, CA. 1880S

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Description

These Castellani paper letter openers were quite popular in the second half of the 19th century. Winged figures of angels, devils, and, in this case a putto, were made in various materials such as silver, bronze, bone, or wood. They all have as their blade the distinctive pointed wings with a small slit in the middle. Designed probably by Michelangelo Gaetani for Alfredo Castellani, this most unusual letter opener depicts a winged angel standing on a marble ball. The arms of the angel opened in such a manner as for one to place their finger within his grasp for more comfortable and efficient use of the letter opener.

Italy - CA. 1880s

L: 8 3/8 in., (21.3 cm)

Condition

Very good overall with expected wear due to age. Some minor oxidation in places. Slight bend at the tip of the wings.

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A CASTELLANI BRONZE AND MARBLE LETTER OPENER, ITALY, CA. 1880S

Name: A CASTELLANI BRONZE AND MARBLE LETTER OPENER, ITALY, CA. 1880S
SKU: 176679144
Price: 475 USD
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