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Antique Hand-Carved Oak Letter Rack with Key Hooks | Arts & Crafts Folk Carving c.1880–1910

Antique Hand-Carved Oak Letter Rack with Key Hooks | Arts & Crafts Folk Carving c.1880–1910

Regular price $225.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $225.00 USD
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14.75" H x 5.25" W

This antique wall-hanging letter rack and key holder dates to the late Victorian to early Edwardian era (c.1880–1910). Crafted from oak, the piece features intricate chip-carved decoration with traditional geometric starbursts and fan motifs, a hallmark of folk carving traditions popular in both Germany/Switzerland and the English Arts & Crafts movement.

Designed with three graduated compartments, it was intended to hold letters, calling cards, or household correspondence. The two hooks at the bottom likely served for keys, a pocket watch chain, or a letter opener, making it both decorative and practical in a period hallway or study.

  • Material: Oak, hand-carved

  • Design: Folk/Arts & Crafts style chip carving

  • Use: Letter rack, mail organizer, calling card holder, with dual key hooks

  • Era: c.1880–1910

Condition: In very good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. The carving is sharp and well-preserved, with only light surface wear consistent with age. Hooks are stable and functional. Back retains its original hanging loop.

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