{"product_id":"antique-victorian-japanned-lever-paper-cutter-desk-press-with-gilt-floral-decoration","title":"Antique 19th Century Japanned Lever Paper  Desk Press\/Stamp with Gilt Floral Decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully preserved antique lever paper cutter or desk press, dating to the late 19th century. Finished in classic black japanning with hand-applied gilt floral decoration, this piece blends utility with decorative charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally used for trimming paper, sealing letters, or light pressing tasks, it now makes a striking display object for a desk, studio, or library setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe solid metal base and smooth wooden handle give it a satisfying weight and presence, while the worn gilt detailing adds to its authentic patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate Victorian \/ early 1900s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanned metal with gilt floral motif\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurned wooden handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional lever mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal as a decorative desk object or light-use tool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with age-appropriate wear. Some rubbing to the gilt decoration and surface patina to the base consistent with use and age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Vintage Finds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48669464166651,"sku":"VINT4674","price":275.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/9645\/8379\/files\/FullSizeRender_86c95305-e902-46f7-969a-3d7450f452ba.heic?v=1775663718","url":"https:\/\/www.blackbirdvintage.com\/products\/antique-victorian-japanned-lever-paper-cutter-desk-press-with-gilt-floral-decoration","provider":"Blackbird Vintage Finds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}