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Description
Swiss wooden desktop postcard storage box with metal art nouveau appliques, from the high-end boutique Papeterie Robert Frères, which was … Read more Swiss wooden desktop postcard storage box with metal art nouveau appliques, from the high-end boutique Papeterie Robert Frères, which was located in the Passage de Bel-Air district of Geneva, Switzerland in the turn of the century. A rare paper makers stamp remains underneath. The wood (walnut or fruit wood) has a smooth light olive stain and the metal appliques have a classic art nouveau design, fixed with small nails. There is some patina and wear, as it's age is around 120 years old. An artifact from the Belle epoque of postcard collecting and Swiss ephemera culture of the early 1900's. Please note the condition, due to age and usage See less
- Dimensions
- 8.27ʺW × 3.54ʺD × 5.51ʺH
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Unknown, Needs Restoration
- Color
- Olive
- Condition Notes
- Heavy Signs of Use,Patina Consistent with Age and Use Heavy Signs of Use,Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
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