Brass 1970s Swiss Cheese Paperweight Pen Holder bold design Handmade in Taxco

Handmade in Taxco

The back panel of his box-like body slides off should any repairs be needed

and the bird itself is about 2 inches tall

5ʺD × 4ʺH

and became know for hyper realistic metal point work

Brass 1970s Swiss Cheese Paperweight Pen Holder bold design Handmade in TaxcoI really love this how not to feel a little happier with this on the desk holding assorted pens and pencils? Circa 1970s, its made of cast brass, hollow on the interior so that the ends of whatever it's holding can slip down inside. This one's definitely seen some use, especially on the top, but the sides are still pretty shiny and its got many years of use in it yet. I believe the whole bottom used to be covered in paper, which is partially torn