Tamarind Brass-Tone Magnifier with Pieced Ivory Handle

A desk magnifier with a brass-tone rim and a squared ivory handle of pieced inlay for a study or library.

A desk magnifier with a round lens in a brass-tone rim and a squared handle of small ivory pieces. It sits on a desk or bookshelf and is within reach for reading small print.

At 9 in long it is a full-size reading accessory. The pieced handle gives it a bit more texture than a plain one. It suits a study, a library or an executive desk.

Specifications

• Collection: Metropolitan Decor Essentials
• Dimensions: 4 in W x 9 in H (10.2 x 22.9 cm)
• Materials: Metal and bone
• Finish / Color: Brass-tone rim; pieced ivory square handle
• Item number: MD-MDE-20293

Where to use it

• Writing desk: Sits next to a notebook and pen, with a squared handle that rests flat on the desk.
• Coffee table: Rests on a stack of books as a quiet, collected accent.
• Gift table: A gift for readers, collectors and anyone who writes letters.
• Desk or study: Sits on a desk blotter or in a pen tray, ready for fine print, maps and labels.

Planning notes

Set it on a leather blotter. The squared pieced handle sits flat, so it does not roll. The ivory tone is light against dark wood.

Group it with a letter opener or pen cup in the same tones for a considered desk set. Keep it on the desk rather than in a drawer, so it is within reach for use. A matching letter opener or pen cup next to it makes a small, useful desk group.

Who this is not for

• Not for wet environments.
• Not for outdoor use: never leave the lens in direct sun, which can focus light.
• Not a precision optical instrument: it is a desk-and-reading accessory.

Care

Wipe the lens with a soft dry cloth and dust the handle. Store out of direct sun.

About Metropolitan Decor Essentials

Metropolitan Decor Essentials is our own label: practical furniture, serveware and accessories we choose for how they work in a room and how easily they slot into a larger scheme. Every piece is named for a plant, and each one is picked by the same team that has been curating interiors for our customers since 2009.

Frequently asked questions

How big is it?

It measures 4 in wide by 9 in high.

What does the handle look like?

It is squared, with a pieced ivory surface.

How do I clean it?

Wipe the lens with a soft dry cloth.

Is it for reading or just for show?

Both. The lens is useful for fine print, and the handle makes it a display piece.

Where does it fit best?

On a desk, bookshelf or coffee table where it can be reached.

Trade & project orders

Designers, architects and hospitality buyers can open a MetropolitanDecor trade account for project pricing and help planning multiples across guest rooms, suites and lounges.

Shipping

Ships within 3–5 business days. All sales are final; please inspect your delivery and report any shipping damage within 48 hours of receipt.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.