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Blue Glass Inkwell on Square Base
| Categories | Glass - Non-figural |
| Material | Glass |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 2 ½” high; base is 2 ½” x 2 ½” |
This egg-shaped blue glass inkwell features a vibrant cobalt blue color. Made of pressed glass, it has a faceted design. It sits on a matching blue glass base. The brass lid screws on top to seal the inkwell. The cobalt blue color was achieved using cobalt oxide.
Sold for $56 in July 2024
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