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Deer Antler Inkstand
| Categories | Stone/Marble/Ivory/Bone/Hoof/Leather |
| Material | Horn/Bone/Tusk |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 8” x 5” x 2 ½” high |
This inkstand is crafted from a deer’s antler. The antler features brackets specifically designed to hold a pen. Adjacent to the antler is a hollowed-out tree limb that serves as a holder for a glass inkwell insert. The inkwell itself is topped with a brass lid, which is adorned with an intricate leaf design.
Sold for $150 in September 2024
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