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Figural Toad Inkwell

Categories Figural - Animals & Living Creatures
Type Toad or Frog
Material Bronze
Markings Unmarked
Manufacturer Undetermined
Origin Undetermined
Date or Era circa 1920
Measuring Base 2 ½” diameter; 3” high

Cast in bronze, this amphibian believed to be a toad sits on a lily pad. The pad has distinct veins and a slightly ruffled edge, giving the impression of it floating on water. The toad’s head is hinged at the back, allowing access to the inkwell.

Sold for $106 in July 2025

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