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Lotus Blossom with Dragonfly

Categories Art Nouveau, Figural - Animals & Living Creatures
Type Dragonfly
Material Metal
Manufacturer Undetermined
Origin France
Date or Era circa 1890
Measuring 7” x 7” x 2” high

A dragonfly is perched on the edge of a lotus leaf. The blossom (center) holds the inkwell. The dragonfly still has some of its iridescence remaining in its wings and serves as a pen rest and swivels.

 

Sold for $99 in October 2020

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