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Black Basalt Inkstand
| Categories | Ceramics/Porcelain non-Figural |
| Type | Stoneware |
| Material | Basalt |
| Markings | S & S |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | England |
| Date or Era | circa 1850 |
| Measuring | 8 ¼” x 5 ¼” x 2 ¾” |
Stoneware pottery inkwell, pounce pot and tray. All pieces are numbered. The bottom is stamped S & S. The set has an intricate design, perhaps butterfly and a sunburst. The lid, made from black Mother of Pearl, is likely not original to the set.
Estimated value: $125
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