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Brown Bear Inkwell
| Categories | Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
| Type | Bear |
| Material | Pot metal |
| Markings | See narrative |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1910 |
| Measuring | 3 ½” wide; 3” high |
Painted cast metal bear licking his paw. His head is hinged to expose the glass insert. A number is stamped on the bottom – either “68” or “89” depending on the direction of viewing. He is painted brown with expressive highlights around his face and eyes.
Sold for $100 in August 2024
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