Vintage Dennison Miniature Book Desk Organizer with Original Office Supplies c.1940s

This charming vintage Dennison desktop organizer is designed as a row of miniature books, each concealing a different office supply. Dating to approximately the 1940s, maybe 1950s, the set retains its original cardboard display rack and remains complete with its original contents, making it a delightful survivor from the golden age of office stationery.

Each faux book is titled with its contents and slides open to reveal authentic vintage office supplies. Included are:

• Thumb Tacks
• Gummed Reinforcements
• Gummed Labels
• Key Tags
• Paper Clips
• Transparent Mending Tape

The colourful book-style boxes display beautifully on a desk, bookshelf, or in a vintage office collection while serving as a fascinating reminder of mid-century business supplies. Complete examples retaining their original contents are becoming increasingly difficult to find.

Whether displayed in a home office, library, or alongside vintage typewriters and office accessories, this is a wonderful piece of Dennison advertising and office history.

Measurements

Width: 4 1/4 inches

Depth: 1 7/8 inches

Height: 2 3/8 inches

Condition

Very good condition. All six miniature book boxes are present in the original display rack and retain their original contents. The boxes show light age-related edge wear and handling consistent with age.  One small brownish stain to the top of the paper clips book.  The rack remains solid and displays well. Please examine the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

A delightful and increasingly scarce vintage desk accessory that is both decorative and functional.