{"product_id":"decapsuleur-vintage-metal-dore-1950-enfants-baiser-deco-retro-deadstock","title":"Vintage gilded metal bottle opener 1950s children kissing retro decor deadstock","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique bottle opener in gilded metal depicting two stylized children kissing. The object features an openwork silhouette, with a deliberately simple and naive outline, typical of 1950s aesthetics. The gilded finish is patinated, showing traces of oxidation and surface wear, characteristic of a true vintage item. The handle formed by the junction of the heads provides an ergonomic grip for opening bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible side reveals an irregular texture, with some marks and rough spots due to the aging of the metal. The two characters are clearly identifiable: on the left, a masculine figure with a rounded head; on the right, a feminine silhouette with a distinct ponytail. Their arms and legs are stylized, emphasizing the retro and decorative aspect of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall item has a matte golden hue, with slightly greenish or brownish nuances due to the patina of time. No markings, logos, or inscriptions are visible on the photographed side. The childlike style and the repurposed use of the kissing scene give this bottle opener a strong decorative dimension, in addition to its utilitarian function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe openwork shape around the characters allows for a good grip. This type of object was often offered as deadstock in gift or decor shops in the post-war era, a time when playful design and robust materials were favored for household accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts gilded metal design, combined with naive iconography, makes it a typical retro accessory from the 1950s, both functional and decorative. It fits perfectly into a vintage or mid-century ambiance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Shows traces of patina, oxidation, and some visible signs of wear on the photographed side, consistent with antique use and prolonged storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Decorative metal bottle openers appeared in large numbers in the 1950s, a period marked by the popularization of bar and kitchen accessories with playful motifs. Figurative models, like this one, were appreciated for their dual use: practical and ornamental.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping provided by a professional seller specializing in vintage and decorative items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: vintage bottle opener, retro bottle opener, gilded metal bar accessory, 1950s decor, bottle opener, antique kitchen utensil, mid-century decor, deadstock, patinated metal, naive style children, retro gift, vintage utilitarian object\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54324741439815,"sku":"e44cea1d-8241-41bb-8a8a-e5ee14523da2","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_a876e383-12e6-439a-80ab-7484586b8f4a.jpg?v=1783763311","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/decapsuleur-vintage-metal-dore-1950-enfants-baiser-deco-retro-deadstock","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}