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French Bronze “Looking for Milk” Inkwell circa 1880 Style of Henri Picard

$1,036
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£787.65
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€908.97
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CA$1,450.12
CA$1,812.6520% Off
A$1,623.75
A$2,029.6920% Off
CHF 847.19
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MX$19,784.20
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NOK 10,750.26
NOK 13,437.8220% Off
SEK 10,220.63
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French Bronze “Looking for Milk” Inkwell circa 1880 Style of Henri Picard. French, circa 1880. A finely cast inkwell or storage box constructed in two parts. The top having a young child or cherub gazing at the underside of a goat - assumably looking for milk. The base having acanthus leaf edging. Apparently unmarked but has a very similar style to that or Henri Pacard (French, 1840-1890).
  • Similar to:
    Henri Picard (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Width: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Great condition with minor wear commensurate with age and use. Glass inserts not present.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7838234547792

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