Two Chinese Carved Hardstone Belt Hook Letter Openers
Two Chinese Carved Hardstone Belt Hook Letter Openers
late 19th or early 20th century, white serpentine carved dragon belt hooks set as handles of two brass letter openers, one opener incised with plum blossoms, the other with scrolling peony blossoms and leaves, design repeats on the underside.
Length 10.75 in., 9.5 in.; Belt hooks only 3.75 in., 3.25 in.
Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com
Condition Report: Some tarnish and wear to brass.
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Two Chinese Carved Hardstone Belt Hook Letter Openers
late 19th or early 20th century, white serpentine carved dragon belt hooks set as handles of two brass letter openers, one opener incised with plum blossoms, the other with scrolling peony blossoms and leaves, design repeats on the underside.
Length 10.75 in., 9.5 in.; Belt hooks only 3.75 in., 3.25 in.
Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com
Condition Report: Some tarnish and wear to brass.
