Add a touch of refined Victorian elegance to your desk, studio or styling kit with the beautiful 19th-century patented letter clip.  Expertly crafted in England by the renowned makers J & E Ratcliff, this metal clip is shaped as a beautifully detailed hand with an ornate, lace-cuffed sleeve and a small ring on the index finger.

Originally designed to keep correspondence in order on a Victorian gentleman's desk, this versatile piece is as functional today as it was over a century ago.

How to style & use today
For designers & makers: an exquisite way to clamp together fabric swatches, wallpaper samples or mood board elements.
For the home office: a striking document holder to keep your desk beautifully organised.
For photographers & stylists: a tactile prop for flatlays, editorial shoots and shop displays.

Makers: J & E Ratcliff
Origin: English
Era: 19th Century / Victorian
Material Cast metal / brass
Size: Hand length 11 cm / Base length 13.5cm
Condition: This original antique clip is in excellent structural condition with a strong, functional spring mechanism.  It boasts a wonderfully rich, deep dark patina that highlights the intricate details of the lace cuff.  There is honest, age-related wear to the metal finish, only adding to its authentic historic character.