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Dog – Greyhound Mounted Inkwell
| Categories | Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
| Type | dog |
| Material | Brass |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | England |
| Date or Era | circa 1880 |
| Measuring | 4 ¾” high x 4 ¼” base diameter |
Antique brass inkwell features a sphere / globe mounted to three nicely detailed greyhounds (or whippets) with ringed collars. The hinged sphere opens to access the inkwell.
This inkstand was also made with another breed of dog – spaniels or setters. This rendition is rare. Here is a link to that Inkipedia entry: Three Sitting Dogs Hold a Globe-shaped Inkwell – The Society of Inkwell Collectors (SOIC) (inkwellresearch.com)
Sold for $200 in May 2024 – Sold for $225 in January 2025 – Sold for $275 in July 2025
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