Carl Auböck Model #4223 'Hand' Brass PaperweightDesigned in the 1950s, this incredibly clean and refined Viennese paperweight is hand fabricated in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria.Produced by Carl Auböck IV in the original Auböck workshop in the 7th district of Vienna using the same exacting standards, high-quality materials, original molds and techniques of his legendary namesake. Auböck's design career was long and varied, reaching its pinnacle of prestige at the Triennale di Milano in 1954, where he received four gold medals in recognition of his iconic work.Please note that only one representative example of each item is shown in the images. Finish varies from item to item due to the handmade nature of their fabrication. Executed in unlacquered brass that will patinate over time. Original shine can be restored with any brass polish.