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Tiffany Treasure Chest Inkstand
Categories | Tiffany |
Material | Bronze |
Markings | “Tiffany Studios New York 1038” |
Manufacturer | Tiffany |
Origin | United States |
Date or Era | circa 1910 |
Measuring | 10” x 6” x 3” high |
A gilt bronze and jeweled “treasure chest” inkwell by Tiffany Studios, New York, depicts three semi-abstracted male figures caught in a furious struggle to unearth an ancient, gem studded treasure chest. The early 20th century saw an international fascination with treasures of the ancient world.
Sold for $6750 in September 2020
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