Silver toothpick holder with male figure holding strawberry on engraved base

Description: Silver toothpick holder with a child playing a spinning top on a circular relief base. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Cabeça de escravo. Weight: 196.28 grams....

Description: Silver toothpick holder with a child holding a chalice, resting on a raised base with shells and palms on four ball-shaped feet. . Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Bra...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with Napoleon on a pedestal and resting on a cut-out base with four claw-shaped feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Mark: Unreadable. Weight...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with boy on a plinth with a second floral chalice and resting on a raised base with three feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: boar II...

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...

On the large side and very well made with much attention to detail, this late 19th century toothpick holder portrays a working man atop a penny farthing bicycle with a barrel strappe...

1970s silver plate man holding vessel. Signed as shown in image 11, can’t make out signature.

This cute antique Art Nouveau figurative toothpick holder by WMF is a delightful representation of the period's artistic sensibilities. Crafted from silver-plated pewter in a material known as "Britannia Metall," this piece exudes a certain charm and whimsy that is characteristic of Art Nouveau design. The toothpick holder features a figurative scene depicting a young boy cradling a dachshund puppy in his arms. This tender and endearing scene captures a moment of affection and companionship between the boy and his furry friend. The attention to detail in rendering both the boy's features and the dachshund's playful expression showcases the skilled artistry of the WMF craftsmen. "Britannia Metall" refers to a high-quality pewter alloy that was favored during the Art Nouveau period for its malleability and durability. The silver-plated finish lends a touch of elegance to the piece, while still allowing the fine details of the figurine to shine through. WMF, or Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, was a renowned German metalware company that was at the forefront of Art Nouveau design. Their pieces are highly collectible and sought after for their exceptional craftsmanship and artistic merit. This antique toothpick...