Gold-plated Owl Corkscrew

Figurative corkscrew in the shape of an owl.

• Brand / Manufacturer: BMF(Bayerische Metallwarenfabrik), a famous German manufacturer renownedfor its bar accessories and serving pieces in the mid-twentieth century.
• Germany / West Germany (Germany engraved on the body of the object, visible in the photo.
• An official BMF triangular hallmark is stamped on the metal metal, accompanied by the words "N° 24" or the indication of gold plating (visible in close-up in photo
• 1960s - 1970s (Mid-Century Modern period).

• Heavy cast metal (usually brass or high-density zamak alloy).
• 24-carat gold plating (High-end, polished, high-gloss finish typical of prestige versions of BMF's animal collection).
  • Front: Textured, detailed representation of an owl with expressive eyes and stylized plumage in relief
  • Rear face: Elegantly and ergonomically designed linear plumage.
  • Direct screw corkscrew ("T" type). The T-shaped handle at the topprovides a firm grip for extracting the cork by turning. Theflared base of the owl rests on the bottle neck to guide the worm.to guide the worm.
• If BMF bottle openers in the shape of a dolphin, sparrow or elephantthe large "Chouette" corkscrew model in gold-plated finish in gold-plated finish is a much rarer and sought-after barware piece.
• The gold plating retains a superb luster, with no major scratches or pronounced desilvering.
• Perfectly functional table utility and a truevintage decorative piece for a bar cart or collector's display case.collector's display case.