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ivory letter opener - England
this Victorian letter opener on ivory of English origin was made in late 19th / beginning 20th century.The handle has a trompe oeil decoration in pyrography (pyrography is a process of producing design on wood or other material by using heated tools or a fine flame).
The letter opener is 7 in. wide (cm. 18) and was bought from an Italian dealer at an Antique Fair.
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