{"product_id":"brass-mussel-shell-paperclip","title":"Brass Mussel Shell Paperclip","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrass Mussel Shell Paperclip \/ Desk Clip\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCast brass \/ hinged bivalve form \/ naturally oxidised patina \/ mid 20th century \/ curated for the desk and library\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA miniature paperclip or document clip cast in the precise form of a mussel shell, in warm brass with a deep, naturally oxidised patina ranging from dark bronze to golden highlights along the ridges. The two halves, upper and lower valve, are hinged at the pointed tip and open with a satisfying spring tension to grip papers, letters, or correspondence before closing flush. The surface detail is exceptional: fine concentric growth lines rendered with sculptural accuracy across both valves, true to the form of \u003cem\u003eMytilus\u003c\/em\u003e — the common mussel found on every French Atlantic and Mediterranean coast. An object that performs its function beautifully while belonging equally in a natural history cabinet.Approximate decade: Mid-century French or continental\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's note: Naturalist form brass desk accessories; paperclips, letter openers, and inkwells cast as shells, animals, and botanical forms were a refined staple of the mid-century French and Italian bureau. The mussel shell is a particularly elegant choice: sleek, aerodynamic, and deeply coastal in character, with strong resonance in French marine and decorative tradition. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNo special care required. Polish gently with a soft brass cloth if desired, though the patina is the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e*\u003cem\u003eAll items are final sale.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"l’atelier Alba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56889884737867,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/2702\/3435\/files\/DSC00606.jpg?v=1774558058","url":"https:\/\/www.latelieralba.com\/products\/brass-mussel-shell-paperclip","provider":"l’atelier Alba","version":"1.0","type":"link"}