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The Father of Art Deco Letter Opener by Erte

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Jean Despres Art Deco Letter opener L: 8.4" France: Shipping in USA $ 30. Jean DesprÃ©s was a French jewelry maker and designer best known for his intricate Art Deco jewelry made from semi-precious stones, machine parts, and enamel. DesprÃ©s' aesth

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German Art Deco Letter Opener: Brass and wood with Egyptian designs and figure, 12, excellent.

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Tiffany Studio Bronze 10" Art Deco Letter Opener: Antique Art Deco Tiffany Studios bronze "American Indian" letter opener. Features a Tribal Art Deco relief motif. Handle marked Tiffany Studio New York 1189. SHIPPINGHill Auction Gallery will offer in

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ART DECO LETTER OPENER AND SCISSORS: Unsigned. Dimensions: H 0.75" x W 11" x D 2.5" Condition: Showing normal wear consistent with age and use.

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CARTIER 3 PIECE CHROME AND LEATHER DESK SET: Includes Art Deco letter opener and scissors in leather sheath. Fine condition.

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Art Déco Brieföffner u. Petschaft / Art Deco Letter: Art Déco Brieföffner u. Petschaft / Art Deco Letter Opener And Seal, Frankreich, um 1920 Material: Bronze, feuervergoldet; Platte graviert mit verschlungenem Monogramm MS; im Original-Etui, Signatur

2016Art Déco Brieföffner u. Petschaft / Art Deco LetterSee Sold Price

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Art Deco Flapper Letter Opener: A vintage Art Deco era letter opener in the figural form of a 1930's flapper lady. Measures 11" L.

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Vintage Tiffany Sterling Silver Art Deco Large Letter Opener 9 1/4 inches Monogrammed N.Y.T. JUNE: Vintage Tiffany Sterling Silver Art Deco Large Letter Opener 9 1/4 inches Monogrammed N.Y.T. JUNE 1987 Please view all photos as they are part of the description and condition of this Item, Feel free

2022Vintage Tiffany Sterling Silver Art Deco Large Letter Opener 9 1/4 inches Monogrammed N.Y.T. JUNESee Sold Price

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2022Vintage Tiffany Sterling Silver Art Deco Large Letter Opener 9 1/4 inches Monogrammed N.Y.T. JUNESee Sold Price

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An Art Deco catalin letter opener and desk / hand seal with banded decoration. Cased. Letter opener: An Art Deco catalin letter opener and desk / hand seal with banded decoration. Cased. Letter opener approx. 6 1/4"

2022An Art Deco catalin letter opener and desk / hand seal with banded decoration. Cased. Letter openerSee Sold Price

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Red Art Deco Bakelite Letter Opener and Seal Set: 7 3/4w x 2 1/4d x 1h

2020Red Art Deco Bakelite Letter Opener and Seal SetSee Sold Price

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Art Nouveau Bronze Letter Openers: Lot of 4 Art-Deco bronze letter openers. Decorated with figures of a woman, and owl and a crow on the handle. Length: 23.5-29.5 cm.

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An Art Deco Coral Enamel Letter Opener, French: An Art Deco Coral Enamel Letter Opener, FrenchThe letter opener features a carved coral handle with a diamond, enamel and gold cap, stamped with French gold marks, atop an enameled silver blade, c. 19

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ART DECO STERLING MONOGRAMMED LETTER OPENER. LENGTH 10: ART DECO STERLING MONOGRAMMED LETTER OPENER. LENGTH 10 1/4"; 1.68 OZT

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Hermes Paris Letter Opener Art Deco Dog L: 9.5" France: Shipping in USA $ 30.

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French Brass Bird Claw Feather Desk Letter Opener: Solid French brass bird feather and claw office desk mail letter opener. Art Deco influenced design. Original untouched patina intact. Good estate fresh condition. Measures 10 1/4 in. x 7/8 in. MMB In

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The Father of Art Deco Letter Opener by Erte

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From an original design by the "Father of Art Deco", bid now on this Erte letter opener! Made of gold plated pewter with a gold plated steel blade, this stunning piece is accented with the perfect touch of red enamel. Measures approx. 1.5" x 6.5".

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The Father of Art Deco Letter Opener by Erte

Name: The Father of Art Deco Letter Opener by Erte
Brand: Erte
SKU: 36314861
Price: 70 USD
Availability: InStock

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