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Art Deco Stone Inkwell
| Categories | Art Deco, Stone/Marble/Ivory/Bone/Hoof/Leather |
| Material | Ebony, Marble |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Germany |
| Date or Era | circa 1920 |
| Measuring | 4” x 2 ⅝” x 2 ¾” high |
This Art Deco inkwell has a rectangular base and is made of marble. The upper part of the inkwell, including the black banding, uses a glossy material, probably ebony. The white lid could be either alabaster or white marble. The decorative bronze trim around the inkwell adds to the design.
Sold for $235 in November 2024
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