Vintage enamelled bronze horse bottle opener - Antique retro bottle opener

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Description

Antique bottle opener depicting a stylized horse head, shown in left profile. The object is distinguished by its vertical and elongated shape, topped by a thick and wavy mane, cream-colored with a shiny enameled effect. The horse's face is finely delineated by orange and gold lines, and a circular motif adorned with stylized Celtic decoration appears on the neck. The bottle opener's ring, which forms the lower part of the object, has a wide circular opening, suitable for bottle opening. The visible surface evokes a patinated bronze appearance, with golden, coppery and orange nuances, and enameled highlights for the details and background.

The piece is worked in relief on the entire visible face, with attention paid to the details of the harnessing and mane. The shiny finish of certain areas contrasts with the matte and textured background, suggesting enameled metalwork. No markings, signatures or inscriptions are visible on the presented face. The general appearance evokes a retro style, probably from the 60s-70s, typical of decorative utilitarian objects from that period.

The object rests on a white crocheted tablecloth, displayed on a varnished wooden piece of furniture, which highlights its decorative as well as functional purpose. The patina and coloring of the metal, combined with the enamels, give it a robust and ornamental character, ideal for use as a bottle opener or as a vintage decorative piece.

This horse bottle opener is a classic example of a retro bar utensil, appreciated for its figurative design and its enameled bronze manufacture (according to keywords). Its generous shape and wide ring make it practical for opening bottles, while adding a touch of originality to an interior or tasting area.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible signs of wear from use, including some marks on the enamel and metal patina. Possible presence of small scratches or surface alterations, with no apparent major defects on the visible face.

Did you know? Enameled bronze bottle openers, popular in the 1960s-1970s, were often handcrafted or produced in small series in Europe. Their figurative design, like the horse's head here, was conceived to combine functionality and decorative appearance, thus becoming iconic bar objects of the retro era.

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