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19th Century Mahogany Inkwell in the Form of a Capstan

$718.27
£525
€617.67
CA$986.43
A$1,104.01
CHF 576.47
MX$13,469.01
NOK 7,317.48
SEK 6,943.84
DKK 4,612.49
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About the Item

19th century model of a ship's capstan in mahogany with a hinged lid enclosing an inkwell.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.72 in (11.99 cm)Width: 3.15 in (8.01 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lymington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18801stDibs: LU97308715463

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