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Black Forest Bear Inkstand
| Categories | Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
| Type | Bear |
| Material | Wood |
| Markings | "Switzerland" |
| Manufacturer | Black Forest |
| Origin | Switzerland |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 6 ¾” x 4” x 4” |
This inkstand features a bear, captured mid-stride, walking towards a tree stump that houses the inkwell. The bear has black glass eyes. The carving showcases his expressive face and bared teeth. In the front, there’s a half-hollowed log that serves as a pen tray. The base of the inkstand is marked “Switzerland”.
Sold for $206 in September 2024
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