Russian Silvered Bronze Bear Inkwell, Russia, 1870
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Russian Silvered Bronze Bear Inkwell, Russia, 1870
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)
- Style:Baroque (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Silvered
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: 1506129227138
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