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Unusual English Crab-Shaped Brass Inkstand

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Unusual English crab-shaped brass inkstand English, late 19th century Measures: Height 8cm, width 18cm, depth 17cm This charming brass inkstand takes the form of a naturalistically modelled crab. The hinged top of the crab opens to reveal the inkwell. Not only a functional piece of writing equipment, this wonderful objects serves perfectly as a piece of rather bizarre Victorian sculpture.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.15 in (8 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
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  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 164521stDibs: LU956319579402
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