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Bronze Ibex Pen Wipe
| Categories | Accessories, Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
| Type | Pen Wipe |
| Material | Bronze |
| Markings | "Geschutzt" |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Austria |
| Date or Era | circa 1890 |
| Measuring | 6 ½” x 3 ½” x 7 ½” high |
Austrian bronze ibex (mountain goat) pen wipe in a standing position with detailed, textured fur and prominent curved horns. The back has natural bristles used to clean pen nibs of excess ink. The piece is marked “Geschutzt” on its tail.
Sold for $991 in September 2024
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