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French Faience Inkstand
| Categories | Ceramics/Porcelain non-Figural |
| Type | Faience |
| Material | Earthenware |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | circa 1860 |
| Measuring | 11 ¾” x 8 ¼” x 7 ⅜” high |
Of serpentine shape with a drawer and pen tray, this French faience glazed inkstand holds two lidded inkwells. Two compartments to hold letters form the back. The piece is hand painted in polychrome with a floral motif, scrolls, garlands, swags, and ribbons. It’s inscribed “France 438” on the bottom.
Sold for $288 in May 2010
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