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Late 19th Century Black Forest Carved Inkwell and Pen Rest with Bear
$1,191.75
£883.15
€995
CA$1,626.97
A$1,809.93
CHF 948.79
MX$22,116.95
NOK 12,081.66
SEK 11,373.21
DKK 7,575.84
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Black Forest carved inkwell and pen rest with a bear, late 19th century.
This antique, dark brown, linden wood inkwell is masterfully carved and features a detailed figure of a bear with glass eyes. The bear holds a hollow tree trunk that can be used as a pen rest. The bear's head can be opened for storage or as an inkwell.
Dimensions: height: 10 cm / 3.9 in; width: 18.5 cm / 7.28 in; depth: 13 cm / 5.12 in.
In good condition with slight signs of aging and use.
- Attributed to:Brienz Switzerland (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 3.94 in (10 cm)Width: 7.29 in (18.5 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)
- Style:Black Forest (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1890
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In good condition with slight signs of aging and use.
- Seller Location:Barntrup, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4268139792272
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