Pen stand, patinated brown bronze, gilded gold bronze, Austria, 1920s.
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This pen stand and desk organizer from 1920s Austria combines refined functionality with decorative craftsmanship, echoing the late Art Nouveau and early Art Deco movements. The base, cast in patinated bronze, takes the shape of a large, naturalistically rendered leaf with a matte surface, subtle highlights on the raised veins, and irregular, organic edges. At one edge sits a small, crouched rabbit figurine, crafted from gilded bronze in a warm, deep gold tone with a gentle satin sheen. The proportions are compact yet sculptural, and the overall effect is that of a naturally inspired, organic form typical of early 20th-century design. Intended for holding pens, paperclips, or other small desk accessories, this piece is meticulously executed, with seamless joints and finely detailed modeling. It is preserved in very good condition, showing only a gentle patina on the bronze and no visible damage or repairs.The object speaks in the voice of its era—an age that looked to nature and organic forms for inspiration. The leaf, both substantial and seemingly weightless on the desk, whispers of a time when even the smallest desk accessory was meant to delight the eye and tell a story.
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Height3.5 cm
Length15.5 cm
Dimension details
Length15.5 cm
Height3.5 cm
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