Wooden Letter Opener with Carved Head kitchen containers At the same time

At the same time

unsigned but presumed mid-century as it seems quintessentially so

and really love the patterning of the blonde and darker wood--product of a very labor intensive effort

On the side of the chop is incised text

and is on a silver chain that measures approximately 20 inches in length

Wooden Letter Opener with Carved Head kitchen containers At the same timeMy favorite thing about this carved letter opener are the very finely done tiny ears! The whole thing is pretty great though, and I really like how the figure is executed as a bust, with especially nice profile views showing strong jawline and high cheekbones. The notch in the blade half way done is pretty great too. Very nice. 7 1 2" long x 3 4" wide x 9 16" deep. Very good vintage condition.