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Egyptian Pharaoh Inkwell

Categories Middle East / Africa
Type Egyptian
Material Bronze
Markings Unmarked
Manufacturer Undetermined
Origin Undetermined
Date or Era circa 1900
Measuring 2 ¾” x 2 ¾” x 4 ¾” high

A sitting Pharaoh’s out-stretched hands serve as a pen holder.  His nemes headdress is hinged and opens to access the inkwell (insert missing).

Sold for $167 in April 2024

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