Suzy Lemay
French Art Nouveau Silver Griffin Pencil/ Needle Case
$145
Antique and Vintage Treasures - from Great Britain, France and Continental Europe
This impressive, French, Art Nouveau pencil case bears no marks but tests as 800-900 silver quality.
It measures 3 and 7/8” (9.8cms) long by 9/16” (1.4cms). It weighs 10.1 grams.
The shape of the pencil case is rather like a scabbard , tapering downwards. The repoussé design, the same on both sides, is very intricate. At the top is a griffin, the mythical creature, half eagle and half lion. It roars as it sits on a thorny branch. Below this is a cross, a fleur de lis and a delicately dotted design to finish.
The lightly gold washed top is plain and pulls open to reveal a short length of pencil. If desired the pencil could be removed and it could be used to house needles. It closes a little loosely but holds firm.
In excellent antique condition, this most charming piece will arrive in a gift box.
It measures 3 and 7/8” (9.8cms) long by 9/16” (1.4cms). It weighs 10.1 grams.
The shape of the pencil case is rather like a scabbard , tapering downwards. The repoussé design, the same on both sides, is very intricate. At the top is a griffin, the mythical creature, half eagle and half lion. It roars as it sits on a thorny branch. Below this is a cross, a fleur de lis and a delicately dotted design to finish.
The lightly gold washed top is plain and pulls open to reveal a short length of pencil. If desired the pencil could be removed and it could be used to house needles. It closes a little loosely but holds firm.
In excellent antique condition, this most charming piece will arrive in a gift box.
Item id: 2270
Color: Silver
Style: Art Nouveau
Origin: France • French
Item type: Antique
Color: Silver
Style: Art Nouveau
Origin: France • French
Item type: Antique
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