Meat clamp, silverplate and steel, France, circa 1920, Art Nouveau

This rare manche à gigot from France, dating to the Art Nouveau period around the 1920s, is a refined antique tool once used for holding the bone of a leg of lamb or ham during carving. Designed for both beauty and function, it allowed elegant table service while keeping hands clean. The silver-plated handle features simple yet graceful ornamentation, including a classic monogram at the end—typical of early 20th-century French craftsmanship.

The handle shows light wear consistent with age, adding authenticity to its character. The clamp mechanism is forged from sturdy pre-stainless steel, and the joint remains tight and fully functional. With its delicate proportions and flowing lines, this piece reflects the fleeting but influential Art Nouveau era, which makes it especially collectible today.

Such tools were once part of refined households and are now sought-after rarities. Ideal for collectors of culinary antiques or as a distinguished addition to a period table setting.

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