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Chinese Jade and Amethyst Inkstand

Categories Far East / Oriental, Stone/Marble/Ivory/Bone/Hoof/Leather
Material Gemstone, Silver
Markings See Narrative
Manufacturer Edward I Farmer
Origin United States
Date or Era circa 1920
Measuring 3” x 2 ¼” x 2 ¾” high

Edward I. Farmer silver-mounted Chinese jade and amethyst double inkwells. The spinach jade carving and amethyst finials carved in naturalistic forms, with sterling silver mounts. Marked “sterling” along the lid.

Sold for $850 in February 2021

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