vintage marble and chrome ham holder, or porte-jambon, used for carving roasts and ham.
It features a white marble base for stability.
The mechanism is made of chrome-plated metal with wood-grip handles.
The scissor-like action with serrated jaws holds the meat firmly for easy slicing.
It was brought from Portugal dates to the first half of the 20th century.
Included is a Portuguese Zanger Icel carving knife featuring durable stainless steel blade and classic rosewood handles with brass fittings, known for longevity and excellent performance in carving roasts and meats