Art Deco Bakelite Desk Writing Accessory, 5 Pieces in Box, France 1930s

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This stunning Art Deco Bakelite desk accessories writing set dates from the 1930s. The set is built of five pieces … Read more This stunning Art Deco Bakelite desk accessories writing set dates from the 1930s. The set is built of five pieces in its original box: a letter opener, paper cutter, pen holder, mechanical pencil, and wax stamp. Each piece is ornate with beautiful Bakelite elements in black, rootbeer, and chocolate brown marble colors. The hardware is in gilded brass. There is no visible maker's mark.
The desk set is in good condition, with minor wear on the metal hardware. The Bakelite elements are in pristine condition.
Measurements:
Letter opener: 0.82 in diameter (2 cm) x 8.69 in long (22 cm).
Paper cutter: 0.50 in diameter (1.2 cm) x 5.69 in long (14.5 cm).
Wax stamp: 0.94 in diameter (2.4 cm) x 3.38 in long (8.5 cm).
Pen holder: 0.63 in diameter (1.5 cm) x 6.32 in long (16 cm).
Mechanical Pencil: 0.38 in diameter (1 cm) x 4.94 in long (12.5 cm).
Gift Box: 10.25 in wide (26 cm) x 5.13 in deep (13 cm) x 1.38 in high (3.5 cm).
(Measurements in item detail are for the gift box only). See less