Inkipedia
Chinese Coolie Inkstand
| Categories | Far East / Oriental |
| Material | Metal |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 2 ¾” x 2 ⅛” x 3 ¼” high |
This inkstand features a cold-painted metal figurine of a person dressed in traditional Asian attire, including a conical hat and loose-fitting garments. This figure, often referred to as a “coolie,” is depicted standing next to a clear glass inkwell. The figurine holds a tool or stick, and both the figurine and the inkwell are placed on a textured base that resembles a straw mat.
Sold for $79 in June 2024
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