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French Hand Painted Faience Inkstand
| Categories | Ceramics/Porcelain non-Figural |
| Type | Faience |
| Material | Pottery |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | circa 1890 |
| Measuring | 7” x 4” x 3” high |
The rectangular base is hand painted with intricate blue, orange, and white floral motifs. The bronze top houses an inkwell, sander, and two wax sealers. Unidentified mark on the base, numbered 5006, marked “France”.
Estimated value: $75
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