New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2007.

Pen Holder

Manufacturer Tiffany Studios (American, 1902-1932)

Date1920

MediumGilt bronze | Enamel

DimensionsOverall: 4 x 4 1/4 x 3 1/4 in. (10.2 x 10.8 x 8.3 cm)

ClassificationsDecorative arts

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number83.465

Terms

Venetian
New York

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DescriptionRectangular flat pen holder with black bakelite holder. Decorated with fields of richly chased ornament relieved by a band of deeply carved ermines at base with touches of green enamel. Style used extensively by 16th century Venetian leather craftsmen. Pen is missing.