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Late 19th Century French Bronze Inkwell Modelled as a Monkey Castrating a Cat!!

$5,410.73

£3,950

€4,654.83

CA$7,434.64

A$8,320.76

CHF 4,342.80

MX$101,470.33

NOK 55,581.87

SEK 52,615.35

DKK 34,738.35

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Well what can I say about this incredible Inkwell, I have seen many examples from this period that depict monkeys tormenting cats but I have never seen one that is quite this extreme! Its definitely a love it or hate it item.... probably not one for cat lovers.

Dimensions:
Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
Style:
Victorian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1880
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2015328567912

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