1970s Desk Accessories

An exceptional, fine and impressive, vintage 18 karat yellow gold Rollagas lighter made by Dunhill; an addition to our smoking related silverware collection. This exceptional vintage Swiss 18k gold lighter has a rectangular form with rounded corners. The surface of the vintage lighter is embellished with a two-tone gold textured woven lozenge design. The anterior surface of the hallmarked hinged cover bears a continuation of the decoration to the body and opens to reveal the lighter's eyelet. The anterior corner of the gold lighter bears a vertical cylindrical ribbed spark/flint wheel; the lighter is in working order. The underside of the lighter bears a push fit panel, allowing access for the lighter to be re-filled, and bearing the feature hallmarks. This lighter has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold. Such gold examples are rare to the market and highly desirable. An 18k gold vintage lighter by Dunhill embodies refined luxury, making it an exceptional gift for milestone birthdays, retirements, anniversaries or discerning collectors of exquisite vintage pieces. Condition This vintage gold lighter...

Large Boucheron Amethyst & Rock Crystal Bird Desk Object A large rough amethyst crystal adorned with a pair of beautifully carved rock crystal par...

Sheaffer Nostalgia 14kt gold nib Cartridge fill fountain pen. Dimensions: Length: 13.5 cm Width: 1.2 cm Weight: 18 grams Condition: Pre - owned, minor signs of usage, in a good wo...

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Gold Compact Makeup Box, 2 cabochon rubies on top. Inside the box consists of 2 compartments and a gold lipstick holder ...

With roots tracing back to the early 20th century, Montblanc has been synonymous with luxury and exceptional craftsmanship in the realm of writing instruments. This esteemed brand, r...

This silver and antique coral letter opener was handmade by our talented goldsmiths, who used a coral branch from Sciacca, the Sicilian town famous for its corals. The Sciacca Coral has unique origins in the world: it is closely tied to the exceptional history of the Ferdinandea Island, which is a submerged volcanic island in the Strait of Sicily, between Pantelleria and Sciacca. As of today the summit of the Ferdinandea Island remains between about 6 and 8 meters below the Mediterranean Sea level. Its most recent appearance as an island was in July 1831. In the late 1831, in a shoal (called later ”Bummolo” by the fishermen of Sciacca) located around 30 miles from Sciacca, a new island emerged in a fiery hell from the depths of the Strait of Sicily. However, one year later, the island sank back beneath the waters and definitely disappeared in the Strait of Sicily. Over time, thanks to the exceptional microclimate determined by the frequent volcanic phenomena along the slopes of the submerged volcano, huge coral...

Rare Silver 830 and Teak Finland 1976 Tapio Wirkkala Tobacco Cigar Box. These are made to order only. Engraving on the inside, and logo engraving on the cover. Not polished or clean...

Shot cup designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful vintage shot cup created in Rome Italy by the luxury house of Bulgari, back in the 1970. This tumbler has been ca...

Carved Rock Crystal Fish Desk Objects by Boucheron A pair of rock crystal and gem set table ornaments, circa 1970 Designed as a rock crystal carp upon a jasp...

Yaakov Agam a Gold Kinetic Sculpture. The 5" x 2 1/8" 18k yellow gold movable sculpture in the shape of a deconstructed Star of David. Comes with the origi...

A gesture of elegance, cast in silver. This sculptural letter opener, designed for Hermès by Ravinet Denfert circa 1970, captures the quiet power of the horse in mid-stride. Rendere...

An objet de Vertu designed by Roberto Legnazzi. An incredible over sized piece, created in Alessandria Italy at the jewelry atelier of Roberto Legnazzi, back in the 1970's. This is a fabulous objet de vertu piece to be exhibited in any desk or place. Has been carefully crafted with strong orientalism patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. It is embellished with a nice selection of calibrated white colorless diamonds and is mount with an incredible extra large piece of natural coral, carved with Japanese motifs and the figure of a standing Quan Yin. The blade is made in the shape of a samurai katana sword. Diamonds: Mount in a flush setting, with 60 round brilliant cut diamonds, 1.82 carats, white colorless E/F color, VS-2 Clarity. Coral: Mount on top, with 1 piece of coral, carved with orientalism motifs. Onyx: Accented with, 1 oval double cabochon cut carved from black onyx. Weight: 334.95 Grams, (214.72 Dwt). Measurements: 454.66 mm by 142.75 mm (17.90 x 5.62 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark associated to Roberto Legnazzi, the Italian mark for the gold assay signed, "18KT .750 *1932AL". Roberto Legnazzi The Legnazzi company represents the fourth generation of a family of jewelers who creates jewelry since 1911 in his workshop in Valenza. The style Legnazzi is a bright example of Italian jewelry tradition and has been able to perpetuate itself over time thanks to the elegance that expresses in his creations. They was always looking for innovation and with a great attention to detail, they seek to satisfy the tastes of a sophisticated international clientele. His exquisite jewels are popular not only in Italy but all over the world. The atelier of Roberto Legnazzi was one of the master enamellers of the David Webb Company back in the 1970's. Actually his jewelry atelier is located at the Corso Giacomo Matteotti, 2, Valenza Alessandria. Orientalism In Art In art history, literature and cultural studies, Orientalism is the imitation or depiction of aspects of the Eastern world. These depictions are usually made by writers, designers, and artists from the Western world. In particular, Orientalist painting, depicts the Middle East, and it was one of the many specialties of 19th-century academic art, and the literature of Western countries was influenced by a similar interest in Oriental themes. Objets De Vertu Ojects de vertu, objects of virtu or objects of vertu, are small luxury objects which are not termed jewelry in the strictest sense of the word, meaning that they are worn on the person. These include minaudieres, cigarette cases, golden lighters...

Elegant and rare Hermès Paris silver card holder, featuring a mounted “Jeton” (commemorative coin) inscribed with “J. Car. Hen. Sallin, Dean of Medicine”. This historically inspired ...

Circa 1970s, 18k and sterling by Othmar Zschaler, Switzerland. This letter opener has a striking visual presence showcasing Othmar Zschaller's flawless design sensibilities. The hand...

Hermes -Paperweight leather and gold plate representing a belt buckle - personal item with a date and initial R.B. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 21.5 cm (8.46"), Widt...

Beautiful antique wax stamp/seal with a sophisticated smooth simple design on the honey caramelized brown with tints of orange carnelian stone in a ...

Hermes -Paperweight in solid silver representing a caduceus. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 10 cm (3.93"), Width: 7.5 cm (2.95") Condition: Very good condition Seller ...