Produced by a company renowned for creating leather jackets, gloves, and helmets for pilots in WWI and WWII, as well as for Admiral Byrd's expedition to the Antarctic, this leather, zippered portfolio has the look of adventure, while serving as a practical, business organizer. Made of brown, textured leather resembling the leather of old-time flight jackets, the interior of the portfolio is lined with sturdy, taupe fabric imprinted with sketches of propeller airplanes. Inside is a three-ring binder containing a monthly planner and five, tabbed dividers. The front flap contains three pocketed compartments (one of which is zippered), three organizer sleeves, and a pen holder with metal, ballpoint pen. A letter-sized writing pad fits securely in the back flap. 10-1/2" wide x 13-1/2" high x 2" deep. (Item #1561)

These breath-taking works of art are designed and created by an artist whose works have been admired and collected by royalty of nations and of Hollywood. Scott Potter left a successful career in ballet to establish his own design company. His decoupage combines gold, platinum and colored gilding with images from beautiful handmade papers from around the world. With a style that brings a sense of graceful movement to otherwise static objects, his technique elevates the art of decoupage to achieve exquisite pieces with a rich, noble look. Each piece will be treasured as a collectible heirloom. Each of the items pictured below features purple and gold orchids against a gold-leaf background. These stunning pieces will serve as a focal point for home or office decor.

Price $230.00

More Floral Gifts

Price $195.00

More Floral Gifts

Inspired by Italian Renaissance designs, this exquisite album provides a most elegant home for storing treasured photos and mementos. Using centuries old binding techniques, skilled Italian craftsmen create each leather album by hand, using traditional tools to emboss and intricately detail each. Embossed on the rich, chocolate brown, mottled leather cover is a gilt fleur-de-lis artfully framed against an inverted, tear-drop shaped background. With attention to detail, the back and spine of the cover also bear embossed designs, with gold leaf decorating the diamond-shaped design on the center of the spine. The interior is lined with brown moire and contains 50 ivory, deckled, acid-free pages with onionskin page protectors affixed to each. 9” x 12” x 2-1/4” deep. (Item #1838)

Price $335.00

FLEUR-DE-LIS DESK ACCESSORIES

Handmade in Italy, these sophisticated desk accessories capture the creative, vibrant flair for which Italian artisans have been renowned for centuries. The rich, dark brown leather of each piece is edged with an embossed border. A fleur-de-lis emblem on a tan background with antiqued gold accents decorates each piece.

A
View Larger Image

View Larger Image

Price $485.00

B. Fleur-de-lis Letter Rack (Third Photo) Organize correspondence and stationery in this elegant letter rack. Measures 11-1/2" x 5-3/4" x 7-3/4" high. (Item #1153)

Price $398.00

C. Fleur-de-lis Pen Holder (Bottom Photo) Large enough to hold not only pens, but other items such as remote controls and cell phones, the pen holder measures 5-1/2" x 4" x 4" high.[Pens not included.] (Item #1143)

Price $140.00

More Desk Accessories
More Pen Holders
More Italian Gifts

ANTIQUE MAP DESK ACCESSORIES

With a glance, these antique map desk accessories elicit thoughts of travel, adventure and exploration, transforming the desktop into a reminder of discoveries of the past and opportunities for the future. Using masterful decoupage techniques, artisan Scott Potter meticulously creates these exceptional desk accessories using reproduction antique maps in muted tones.

More Desk Accessories
More Art Glass

A. Antique Map Crystal Triangle Clock - The triangular-shaped crystal base with beveled edges measures 4-1/4" wide x 5" high x 1-1/2" deep and the clock face measures 2-1/8" in diameter. Battery operated. (Item #2017)

Price $195.00

More Desktop Clocks

B. Antique Map Crystal Obelisk - Available in two sizes:

8" Antique Map Crystal Obelisk - 2-1/4" x 2-1/4" x 8" high (Item #2020)
Price $210.00

10" Antique Map Crystal Obelisk -2-5/8" x 2-5/8" x 10" high (Item #2021)
Price $260.00

C. Antique Map Domed Paperweight - The dome-shaped paperweight measures 3-1/2" in diameter x 1-1/2" high. (Item #2022)

Price $65.00

More Paperweights

D. Antique Map Oval Paperweight- With an oval shape, the paperweight measures 4" x 2-3/4" x 3/4". (Item #2023)

Price $45.00

More Paperweights

E. Antique Map Square Tray - This tray with raised edges measures 5-3/4" x 5-3/4" x 3/4". (Item #2024)

Price $130.00

F. Antique Map Letter Opener - Has a crystal handle with beveled edges and a tapering silver-tone blade. 8-1/2" long, with the handle measuring 3-1/2" x 1" wide x 1/2". (Item #2018)

Price $28.00

The brushed gold-tone cabinet with contrasting brushed silver-tone clock face provides the perfect casing for this world time piece.  The clock face, surrounded by a golden rim, displays 25 time zones and lists major cities in each. Gold hour and minute hands track the time, while a red airplane circles the center to mark the seconds. 7-5/8" x 7-3/8" x 3-1/8". (Item #2069)

Price $175.00

More Desk Clocks

ITALIAN DESK ACCESSORIES

The ultimate in master craftsmanship, these elegant desk accessories are handcrafted in Florence, Italy, with the attention to detail for which the Italians are renowned. Each item is made of European poplar covered with smooth, burl, elm briarwood veneer and each is lined on the underside with taupe-colored suede to protect furniture surfaces.

More Gifts from Italy