Metal Parrot Paperweight from France

Collectibles : Metalware

 

Bonjour mesdames et messieurs! We are pleased to bring you this très cool paperweight from France, made of metal (a magnet does not stick to it) and featuring a friendly fence sitting Parrot with a lonnnnng tail. This piece is quite heavy for its size, which is just under 5" tall and 4 3/8" wide. I don't think it began its life as a paperweight as I've spied two screw holes on the underside, but it'll make a dandy one now given its stability and weight. It is unmarked but came to us directly from France (via Germany, that is) and is in grand condition. I have noted a hole under the Parrot's beak, which is obviously original. There is also a bit of greenish tarnish towards the bottom but it only lends to it's charm and proof of age (we are guessing 1940's - 60's). Very detailed, very unusual and very heavy - you'll amour it!

Item ID: ab4575