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Horse’s Head Inkwell

Categories Figural - Animals & Living Creatures
Type Horse
Material Metal
Markings See narrative
Manufacturer Undetermined
Origin United States
Date or Era circa 1900
Measuring 4” x 4 ¾” x 2 ½” high
Patent Marked “PATENT No. 35060”.

A horse head imposed on a horseshoe. The section behind the horse’s mane is hinged. The head opens to access the inkwell. The ends of the horseshoe are turned up forming a pen holder. Marked “PATENT No. 35060”.

 

In Memory of Del Raby

Sold for $128 in August 2024

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