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Dresen Porcelain with Sterling Lid

Categories Ceramics/Porcelain non-Figural
Material Porcelain, Silver
Markings See Narrative
Manufacturer Undetermined
Origin Germany
Date or Era circa 1880
Measuring 2” square base

A porcelain inkwell with a bulbous, rounded shape is adorned with hand painted flowers. It has a Dresden mark. The sterling silver repoussé lid has a monogram. The inkwell sits on a four-legged silver base (marked “sterling”).

Sold for $87 in November 2023

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