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Antique English Oak and Brass Horseshoe Letter / Paper Clip - Equestrian C.1890
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Antique English Oak and Brass Horseshoe Letter / Paper Clip - Equestrian C.1890

19th century
For Sale by Puckerings
Description

A charming desk top paper or letter clip, the base made from a weighted, carved horse's hoof and the cast sprung clip in the form of a horseshoe, the clip firm and in working order.

English in origin and late Victorian in era, dating to c.1890. Excellent condition, measuring 3 1/4" x 3 1/2".

Item ID:39006

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Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Puckerings has dated this Horseshoe Brass Letter Clip to the 1890s.

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SA433522
Dealers Internal Reference
39006
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Description
A charming desk top paper or letter clip, the base made from a weighted, carved horse's hoof and the cast sprung clip in the form of a horseshoe, the clip firm and in working order.

English in origin and late Victorian in era, dating to c.1890. Excellent condition, measuring 3 1/4" x 3 1/2".

Item ID:39006

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Horseshoe Brass Letter Clip to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA433522
Dealers Internal Ref
39006
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Archive I A late Victorian brass horseshoe-shaped spring letter clip mounted on a shaped dark oak wooden base.

Antique English Oak and Brass Horseshoe Letter / Paper Clip - Equestrian C.1890

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A late Victorian brass horseshoe-shaped spring letter clip mounted on a shaped dark oak wooden base.
Antique English Oak and Brass Horseshoe Letter / Paper Clip - Equestrian c.1890
Ref: SA433522
A late Victorian brass horseshoe-shaped spring letter clip mounted on a shaped dark oak wooden base.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Equestrian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown, Gold
  • MotifsHorseshoe motif, Spring-loaded clamp, Bevelled oak base
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

This late Victorian equestrian desk accessory takes the form of a spring-loaded letter or paper clip mounted on a shaped, weighted wooden base. Dating to 1890, the piece combines warm brown timber with a polished gold-coloured brass horseshoe clamp decorated with inlaid black details along the outer rim. The cast metal clip operates as a functional hardware mechanism with a firm hinge. Measuring 2 cm high, 8 cm wide, and 8 cm deep, the compact item fits easily onto a study table, home office desk, or library bookshelf to hold mail, notes, or stationery. The traditional design suits classic workspace settings and appeals to collectors of equestrian-themed antiques.

FAQs

During the late nineteenth century, spring-loaded brass letter clips were placed on writing desks to hold correspondence, documents, or loose notes neatly in place.

These items were commonly crafted from polished or cast brass mounted onto solid hardwood bases, such as English oak or mahogany, utilising internal steel springs to provide tension.

Authentic nineteenth-century clips typically exhibit hand-assembled components, natural oxidisation on the brass mechanism, and faint wear or patination on the timber base.

Position the piece on a home office desk, console table, or library shelf to function either as a working paper holder or as a decorative equestrian-themed accent.

Dust the timber with a soft dry cloth and apply beeswax sparingly, taking care to avoid harsh chemical cleaners on the brass to preserve its natural patina.
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