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Late 19th Century Inkwell Depicting a Black African Man - Goldscheider Wien

About the Item

A Wonderfull quality bronze inkwell depicting a black African man, made by the goldscheider factory in Vienna around 1890, with inset glass eyes.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.52 in (14 cm)Diameter: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015328567252

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