Offered by: Louis Wine Ltd
801-1240 Bay St Toronto, ON M5R 2A7 , Canada Call Seller 416.929.9333

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Antique silver toothpick or cocktail stick holder Brazil or Portugal circa 1850

25% Off Original Price: $ 1,450
Sale Price: $ 1,088
  • Description
    Antique silver toothpick or cocktail stick holder, Brazil, or Portugal circa 1850. The holder in the form of an exotic draped figure holding aloft a globe in one hand and an eagle in the other on knopped stem in turn on circular stepped base. The spread wings of eagle and the globe pierced allowing for cocktail sticks or toothpicks. Acid tested for silver and likely made in Brazil or Portugal. There are hallmarks but impossible to discern clearly as it is in decoration around base of stem. Disposable wooden toothpicks were introduced in the early 19th century; figural holders to display the toothpicks on the table became popular in Continental Europe, particularly in Portugal, Brazil, and Italy. Height 5.25 inches. Spread: 3.00 inches. Weight: 190 grams. Condition: Good, reflections from photography only.
  • More Information
    Period: 19th Century
    Condition: Good.
    Styles / Movements: Other, Traditional
    Dealer Reference #: L3017
    Incollect Reference #: 656672
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Louis Wine Ltd., Toronto based specialists in Antique Silver, Antique Jewellery and Decorative Arts, is a fourth generation family business managed by Richard Wine.

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