{"product_id":"lote3957","title":"Vintage Art Nouveau celluloid Provençal cicada letter opener, France, ca. 1940","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage French letter opener made of translucent synthetic material, possibly celluloid, with a decorative cicada on the handle. It features an elongated, pointed blade in amber, honey, and brown tones, with color variations that add depth to the piece. The cicada is depicted with a dark body, finely crafted wings, and raised details, accompanied by openwork side elements that complete the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesk piece of Provençal origin, dated approximately to around 1940, with a naturalistic design influenced by Art Nouveau. The cicada, a traditional symbol of Provence and the French Mediterranean landscape, was a recurring motif in small decorative objects and personal accessories. Its format and ornamentation make it a representative piece of regional decorative craftsmanship from the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Art Nouveau, naturalistic inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Provence, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod\/Dating: Mid-20th century, ca. 1940\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration\/Motif: Provençal cicada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Length 12.2 cm × maximum width 1.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Translucent synthetic material in amber and brown tones, possibly celluloid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.26 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese items are not new; they show signs of wear and may have scratches and imperfections characteristic of their age and use. Please examine the photos carefully. We offer an accurate description; if you need to confirm a detail, please write to us before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LABIZARRESUSU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58823893778763,"sku":"LOTE3957","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/0294\/2539\/files\/20261013_164414-Photoroom.jpg?v=1792073177","url":"https:\/\/28cce6-3.myshopify.com\/products\/lote3957","provider":"LaBizarreSusu ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}