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Bortoletti Dandalo letter opener and magnifying glass desk set – Murano cameo
The Bortoletti Dandalo letter opener and magnifying glass desk set is an elegant Italian desk accessory featuring hand-chiselled bronze details, high-quality optical glass, and an original Murano glass paste cameo. Handmade in Italy and selected by Calligraphy Arts UK for lovers of fine writing accessories, this distinctive desk set combines practical function with Venetian craftsmanship and decorative style. Available in five colours: black, blue, amber, amethyst, and aquamarine.
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Bortoletti Dandalo letter opener and magnifying glass desk set
The Bortoletti Dandalo desk set brings together two classic writing desk tools – a letter opener and a magnifying glass – in a design that reflects Venetian artistry and traditional Italian craftsmanship. Featuring finely hand-chiselled bronze elements, high-quality optical glass, and an original Murano glass paste cameo, this elegant set creates a refined focal point for the writing desk while remaining genuinely useful in everyday life.
Original Murano glass paste cameo
The decorative centrepiece of the Dandalo set is an original Murano glass paste cameo, created in the Venetian tradition of ornamental glasswork. The cameo adds colour, depth, and classical character to the design, giving the set a distinctive appearance that sets it apart from ordinary desk accessories.
High-quality optical glass
The magnifying glass is made with high-quality optical glass, making it practical for reading fine print, examining documents, or appreciating the detail of calligraphy, illustrations, and fine stationery. This useful feature complements the elegance of the overall design.
Hand-chiselled bronze craftsmanship
The bronze components are carefully cast and hand-chiselled in the workshop, bringing out the fine detail of the decorative finish. The blade of the letter opener and the ornamental detailing around the magnifying lens reflect the antique-inspired style for which Bortoletti desk accessories are known.
Available colours
The Dandalo desk set is available in a choice of rich Murano glass cameo colours, allowing you to select the finish that best suits your desk or gift choice.
- Black
- Blue
- Amber
- Amethyst
- Aquamarine
Because each decorative element is artisan made, slight variations may occur, adding to the individuality and character of each set.
A practical and decorative desk set
This elegant set combines two useful tools for the writing desk. The letter opener opens envelopes neatly and cleanly, while the magnifying glass is ideal for reading small print and examining detail. Together, they create a complete desk accessory set that is both attractive and functional.
A thoughtful gift for writers and desk enthusiasts
Bortoletti desk sets make elegant gifts for writers, collectors, and anyone who appreciates traditional desk accessories. Combining Italian craftsmanship with decorative Murano glass and bronze detailing, this letter opener and magnifying glass set is a distinctive gift for lovers of fine stationery, classic writing instruments, and heritage-inspired desk pieces.
Bortoletti Italian craftsmanship
Bortoletti Fonderia Artistica in Venice is known for producing finely crafted writing accessories inspired by Italian decorative traditions. Their collections combine artistic metalwork, Murano glass, and hand-finished detailing to create desk tools that are both functional and visually distinctive.
Selected by Calligraphy Arts UK
At Calligraphy Arts UK, we specialise in quality calligraphy tools, writing accessories, and carefully chosen desk pieces for customers who value craftsmanship and design. Our Bortoletti collection is selected to complement traditional writing, fine stationery, and gift-worthy desk accessories, helping you discover distinctive products with lasting appeal.
- Manufacturer:
- Bortoletti
- Length:
- 185mm (7.28 inches)
- Material:
- Nickel Silver, Bronze, Murano glass paste
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About Bortoletti
Bortoletti is renowned for beautifully made writing and sealing accessories inspired by Venetian artistry and traditional Italian craftsmanship. Blending decorative design with practical function, the collection brings together pens, inks, desk accessories, and wax seal tools that add refinement, personality, and pleasure to the art of correspondence.
Made for fine correspondence
Whether you are writing a letter, preparing invitations, styling place cards, or adding a finishing touch to a thoughtful gift, Bortoletti products help turn everyday writing into something more memorable. Rich materials, elegant detailing, and a distinctive heritage feel make this brand especially appealing to those who love the ritual of pen, ink, and seal.
Elegant tools and seals
Our Bortoletti range includes beautifully crafted pens, bottled inks, letter openers, desk pieces, and sealing accessories that bring charm and occasion to the written word. These are products chosen not only for their appearance, but also for the way they help create a polished and expressive result.
Chosen by Calligraphy Arts UK
At Calligraphy Arts UK, we choose Bortoletti for its combination of craftsmanship, heritage style, and creative appeal. It is a brand that suits calligraphers, stationery lovers, and thoughtful gift buyers looking for writing and sealing accessories with lasting beauty and a true sense of occasion.
Bortoletti was founded in 1980 by four brothers driven by the passion passed on by their father for bronze casting and sculpture.
It was born in Venice, and it was here that a story of love and passion began that has been handed down from father to son in respect for tradition and the need to preserve what is wonderful about culture.
Bortoletti Fonderia Artistica design and create exclusive handmade objects in the tradition of Venetian craftsmanship, from the pencils of their designers and their artistic creativity come the designs of wonderful products and it is always a lifeblood of the whole creative process.
The passion and care they devote to their products are a source of pride and satisfaction for everyone. All creations are unique pieces, handmade and produced elusively in Bortoletti's workshop. By integrating with modern habits, they restore to you the pleasure of giving that has belonged to us all for millennia. The design of Bortoletti's products is so pleasing to the eye because it speaks of the past in the language of the present.
If you have a piece of Bortoletti - you have a part of Venice in your hands.
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