Vintage Desk Set with Magnifying Glass and Letter Opener in Faux Bone and Silverplate
Vintage Desk Set with Magnifying Glass and Letter Opener in Faux Bone and Silverplate
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A decorative vintage desk accessory set consisting of a magnifying glass and matching letter opener, both featuring spiral-carved black handles resembling bone (likely carved resin) with cream spacer rings and polished silver-tone mounts.
The magnifying glass retains its original lens within a metal bezel, and the letter opener features a tapered blade with classical turned ferrule detailing. The matching spiral handles give the set a cohesive, sculptural appearance well suited to desk or library styling.
A decorative vintage desk accessory set consisting of a magnifying glass and matching letter opener, both featuring spiral-carved black handles resembling bone (likely carved resin) with cream spacer rings and polished silver-tone mounts.
The magnifying glass retains its original lens within a metal bezel, and the letter opener features a tapered blade with classical turned ferrule detailing. The matching spiral handles give the set a cohesive, sculptural appearance well suited to desk or library styling.
10"h x 4"w (Magnifying Glass) / 9.5"h x 1"w (Letter Opener)
10"h x 4"w (Magnifying Glass) / 9.5"h x 1"w (Letter Opener)
Desk sets including magnifiers and letter openers became popular decorative accessories in the early to mid 20th century as office culture expanded. Manufacturers often produced coordinated desk accessories in resin, Bakelite, or simulated stone to evoke luxury materials at a lower cost.
The spiral turned handle design reflects a revival of classical decorative motifs that remained popular in desk accessories throughout the mid-century period.
Desk sets including magnifiers and letter openers became popular decorative accessories in the early to mid 20th century as office culture expanded. Manufacturers often produced coordinated desk accessories in resin, Bakelite, or simulated stone to evoke luxury materials at a lower cost.
The spiral turned handle design reflects a revival of classical decorative motifs that remained popular in desk accessories throughout the mid-century period.
Mid-20th Century (1940-1960)
Mid-20th Century (1940-1960)
Resin, silverplate, steel, glass
Resin, silverplate, steel, glass
Likely European or American production
Likely European or American production
Light wear consistent with age and use. Minor surface wear to metal mounts, slight bend in the magnifier's rim. Lens shows small scratches typical of age.
Light wear consistent with age and use. Minor surface wear to metal mounts, slight bend in the magnifier's rim. Lens shows small scratches typical of age.