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Bradley & Hubbard Cast Brass Inkstand
| Categories | Mechanical - Levered or Rotating Lids |
| Material | Brass |
| Markings | See narrative |
| Manufacturer | Bradley & Hubbard |
| Origin | United States |
| Date or Era | circa 1890 |
| Measuring | 10” x 5 ⅝” x 5” high |
This Bradley & Hubbard cast brass inkstand features an ornate design with intricate geometric patterns. The base of the inkstand is shaped as a parallelogram, with opposite sides that are equal with matching star point projections at the corners and in the center. The hinged top with a pen holder tilts back to reveal two inkwells. There is a pull-out drawer for stamps, nibs, etc. in the center. The base is marked with the number 6062.
Included with the pictures is a page from Bradley & Hubbard’s trade catalog from the 1880’s.
Sold for $225 in October 2024
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