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Boy Next to a Bird’s Nest
| Categories | Figural - Persons |
| Type | Child |
| Material | Pot metal |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
This inkstand features a boy standing next to a bird’s nest with eggs. The boy is dressed in a sailor’s suit, complete with a hat and a ruffled collar. The top of the nest is hinged, allowing it to open and reveal the inkwell inside.
Sold for $45 in December 2024
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