Briefopener van ivoor met zilveren, gedeeltelijk verguld handvat

About this artwork

Ivoren briefopener met zilveren, gedeeltelijk verguld handvat. Het handvat is opgengewerkt met een irisplant met 2 bloemen en een knop.

Art Historical Context

### Ivory Letter Opener with Silver, Partially Gilded Handle Crafted around 1895 by Dutch silversmith E.zeler, this elegant letter opener exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of late 19th-century European decorative arts. Measuring 33.7 cm in length, it features a smooth ivory blade paired with a silver handle, partially gilded for a luxurious shimmer. Linzeler, known for his work in Amsterdam, specialized in finely wrought silver objects that blended functionality with artistry, reflecting the era's appreciation for refined everyday luxuries. The handle's standout feature is its intricat...