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Glass Inkwell with Brass Filigree Overlay

Categories Figural - Mythology; Literature; Religion; Fictional
Type Mythology
Material Brass, Glass
Markings Unmarked
Manufacturer Undetermined
Origin England
Date or Era circa 1900
Measuring Base: 6” x 6”; inkwell 4” x 4”

A square glass inkwell is raised on a decorative base with a lion’s head image and is encased in brass filigree with a center heraldic rampant lion image. Atop the lid are three unidentified figures – dwarves, gremlins, pixies?

Sold for $125 in November 2023

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