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Fox Inkstand with Epergne Flute
| Categories | Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
| Type | Fox |
| Material | Silverplate |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | James Deakin & Sons |
| Origin | England |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 10 ½” x 5 ½” x 12” (including flute) |
This silver-plated double inkstand features an elegant base with a swag and teardrop raised motif along its border, supported by gargoyle feet . In the center, a fox stands on an oval platform supported by acanthi feet. Behind the fox rises a tree branch which holds an epergne vase. The underside is impressed with the James Deakin & Sons Ltd trademark.
Sold for $150 in November 2023
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