Art Nouveau Ivory Letter Seal Whippet Dog
Antiques: Antiques: Item #: MAL-1-13415
Price: $950.00 USD Shipping Continental US: $16.95 Shipping Outside US: Request Quote
A beautifully hand carved ivory and silver writers wax seal or sceau. The ivory handle is of a Whippet with its long and slender muzzle and long tail between his legs, a typical characteristic of this breed of dog. In the 19th century, whippet racing was a national sport in England, more popular than football. Today, Whippets are the most popular of the hound breeds at dog shows. The silver seal is decorated in Beaux art with CM monogram. French sterling silver hallmark on the neck of the seal. Condition, excellent. Measurements: 3 1/2" height
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