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Egyptian Themed Inkstand
| Categories | Middle East / Africa |
| Type | Egyptian |
| Material | Bronze, Wood |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1920 |
| Measuring | Base: 4 ½” x 4 ½”; Pharaoh: 3 ¼” high |
This Egyptian themed inkstand features a pharaoh’s bust with two sphinx-like figures on either side. Pharaoh and lions are made of nickel-plated bronze and are mounted on a square polished wooden base. The top of the headdress is hinged, opening to access the ink pot (missing here).
Sold for $175 in May 2024
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