Hermann Behrnd Ten-piece desk set
Dresden, Germany, c. 1930
.800 silver, marble
7 h × 13½ w × 9¼ d in (18 × 34 × 23 cm)
Set is comprised of a letter rack, inkwell with glass insert and pen slot, rocker blotter, calendar holder, candlestick, desk lamp, letter opener, ash receiver, matchbox holder, and a wax seal with 'PS' monogram. Impressed manufacturer's mark to edge ‘800 HB’ with German hallmarks.
smallest: 4¾ h × 1½ w × 1½ d in (12 × 4 × 4 cm)
Condition: Good condition. The set shows small chips, losses, scratches, and scuffs to the marble in keeping with age and use. The silver shows light scuffs, minor discolorations and signs of oxidation. The silver lid to the inkwell with scattered dents and impressions. The ash receiver has older repairs, losses, and chips. The lamp exhibits tight hairlines that are in stable condition. Lamp is wired for European use and functions properly.
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Dresden, Germany, c. 1930
.800 silver, marble
7 h × 13½ w × 9¼ d in (18 × 34 × 23 cm)
Set is comprised of a letter rack, inkwell with glass insert and pen slot, rocker blotter, calendar holder, candlestick, desk lamp, letter opener, ash receiver, matchbox holder, and a wax seal with 'PS' monogram. Impressed manufacturer's mark to edge ‘800 HB’ with German hallmarks.
smallest: 4¾ h × 1½ w × 1½ d in (12 × 4 × 4 cm)
Condition: Good condition. The set shows small chips, losses, scratches, and scuffs to the marble in keeping with age and use. The silver shows light scuffs, minor discolorations and signs of oxidation. The silver lid to the inkwell with scattered dents and impressions. The ash receiver has older repairs, losses, and chips. The lamp exhibits tight hairlines that are in stable condition. Lamp is wired for European use and functions properly.
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