Gucci Wolf Head Paperweight & Paperclip - Italy c.1970

A rare and wonderfully sculptural Gucci wolf head paperweight or paperclip dating to the 1970s, executed in heavy gauge silver plated brass with beautifully expressive detailing throughout the face and fur.

The piece captures the whimsical sophistication that defined many of Gucci’s decorative desk and lifestyle objects during the era—balancing playful animal motifs with distinctly Italian glamour. The fox head is rendered with exaggerated eyes, deeply textured fur, and softly aged silver plating that gives the object remarkable character and depth.

Originally designed as a functional desk accessory or paperclip, the piece works equally well today as a decorative object layered into a study, office, bar, or tabletop vignette. It has the kind of compact sculptural presence collectors are constantly drawn to—small in scale, but rich in personality.

Vintage Gucci animal objects from this period have become increasingly collectible, particularly pieces that blur the line between utility and sculpture.