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XX Century Italian Sterling Silver Inkstand with table bell

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925 sterling silver inkwell in the shape of a cathedral. The tray plate has been completely hand-hammered from a raw 925 silver plate. The inkwell is raised from the support surface by 4 round feet. A beaded border has been soldered around the shaped edge. 3 turned rings have been positioned in the center which contain the ink holders and the bell. The ink holders have removable glass inside, are cylindrical and are embellished with a beaded border equal to that of the tray but slightly smaller. The lids are hinged. The central bell is of a classic shape with torchon workmanship. Made entirely by hand in the second half of the 20th century in the ARVAL ARGENTI silversmith's workshop
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Width: 9.45 in (24 cm)Depth: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1967
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    VALENZA, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2619343062872

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