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Cold-painted Bronze Falcon
| Categories | Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
| Type | Bird |
| Material | Bronze |
| Markings | "Geschutzt" |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Austria |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 6” long, 5” tall |
Vienna bronze cold-painted figural inkwell in the form of a falcon or hawk. The standing bird’s neck is hinged at the back, which opens to reveal a brass liner. The underside of its tail is impressed with “Geschutzt”. Three examples are pictured.
1st example: Sold for $750 in November 2017
2nd example: Sold for $650 in November 2020
3rd example: Sold for $485 in July 2024
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