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Victorian Inkwell with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay

$2,850
£2,154.25
€2,475.61
CA$3,968.61
A$4,414.91
CHF 2,314.35
MX$53,949.16
NOK 29,470.40
SEK 27,742.30
DKK 18,479.51
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About the Item

Fine mid-19th century inkwell with inlaid mother-of-pearl decoration surrounding pen trays, a lidded compartment and two crystal inkwells. The whole raised atop four flattened bun feet.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Good antique condition, a chip on corner of central compartment lid as pictured.
  • Seller Location:
    NYC, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: inv112620101stDibs: 10090280761093

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