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Colonial Man – Double Inkstand
| Categories | Figural - Persons |
| Type | Colonial People |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | United States |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 5 ¼” x 4 ½” x 3 ½” high |
This inkstand holds a pair of inkwells with ornate lids on a cast iron base which features a shell-shaped area to hold writing accessories. At the center stands a figure of a colonial man, dressed in period attire. He is wearing a queue wig, characterized by its tail-like feature at the back, and is holding a tri-corner hat by his side.
Sold for $88 in July 2024
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