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Pair of 19th Century Well Made Paper Clips Formed as Hands
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Pair of 19th Century Well Made Paper Clips Formed as Hands

19th century
Sold 26 November 2025 · Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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Pair of 19th Century well made paper clips formed as hands. The hands are gilt brass on iron bases with very strong springs. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
7.2cm (2.83")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated these Brass Hand Paper Clips to the 1880s.

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SA783545
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Description
Pair of 19th Century well made paper clips formed as hands. The hands are gilt brass on iron bases with very strong springs. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
7.2cm (2.83")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated these Brass Hand Paper Clips to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA783545
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

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Archive I Two antique brass paper clips shaped like human hands with ruffled cuffs, resting on a white surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of 19th Century Well Made Paper Clips Formed as Hands

Archive II Two antique brass paper clips shaped like human hands with ruffled cuffs, resting on a white surface. View II
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Archive V Two antique brass paper clips shaped like human hands with ruffled cuffs, resting on a white surface. View V
Archive VI Two antique brass paper clips shaped like human hands with ruffled cuffs, resting on a white surface. View VI
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Telephone 07956 448876
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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Two antique brass paper clips shaped like human hands with ruffled cuffs, resting on a white surface.
Pair of 19th century well made paper clips formed as hands
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Two antique brass paper clips shaped like human hands with ruffled cuffs, resting on a white surface.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsHand motif, Ruffled cuffs, Textured base
  • SizeH 11 cm (4 in) x W 7.2 cm (3 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

During the Victorian era, desk accessories often incorporated symbolic motifs like hands, which frequently represented friendship, strength, or loyalty, blending utility with decorative sentiment.

These pieces were typically cast in brass or bronze using traditional foundry methods, often featuring hand-finished details and integrated spring mechanisms for functionality.

Authentic period pieces usually display characteristic casting flaws, appropriate weight, natural patination, and wear consistent with age rather than modern cast finishes.

These sculptural objects function effectively as functional desktop ornaments or curated shelf displays in traditional or eclectic workspaces.

Brass items should be dusted gently with a soft dry cloth and kept away from abrasive cleaners to preserve the historic patina and surface finish.
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