Inkipedia
Dog on a Log
| Categories | Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
| Type | dog |
| Material | Wood |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Black Forest |
| Origin | Germany |
| Date or Era | circa 1880 |
| Measuring | 8 ½” long; 4” high |
This hand-carved inkstand features a shaggy dog (a sheepdog?) with glass eyes. Its paws rest on and in a hollowed-out log, which serves as a pen rest. The head of the dog is hinged and can be opened to access the inkwell inside.
Sold for $293 in September 2024
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