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A Studio Anne Carlton William Shakespeare Desk Set

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Start price: £20

Estimated price: £20

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Description

A desk set produced by SAC Ltd, Studio Anne Carlton, Hull, England, consisting of a magnifying glass and a matching letter opener. The items feature decorative handles manufactured from a cream-coloured moulded resin designed to simulate carved ivory with dark patina highlights. The handles are modelled in the likeness of William Shakespeare and include a reproduction of the playwright’s signature. The magnifying glass is fitted with a 3 1/2 inch optically correct glass lens housed in a gold-plated frame. The letter opener features a pointed, gold-plated blade. The set is housed in its original black paper-covered presentation box with a white satin-lined interior and a gold foil logo depicting a seated figure on the inside lid. A parchment-style descriptive certificate is included.

Box measures approximately 27 cm in length.


Condition report:

The set appears in excellent, original condition with no visible signs of wear, damage, or restoration to the gold-plated components or resin handles. The presentation box and certificate are well-preserved with minimal shelf wear.