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Antique Black Forest Brienz Hand-Carved Figural Dog Inkwell

About the Item

This antique inkwell is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Austria and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period Black Forest style. The inkwell is composed of a soft pine which has been hand-carved and crafted to depict a seated dog. The top is hinged and opens to where the ink would be stored. Please note the glass insert is missing.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Some edge wear to the hinge areas and there is no insert as presented in the photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Hamilton, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1355238874592
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