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Hedgehog Pen Wipe
| Categories | Accessories |
| Type | Forest Animal |
| Material | Bronze |
| Markings | See narrative |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Austria |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 2 ⅜” long |
This is a bronze pen wipe designed in the form of a hedgehog. The hedgehog’s eyes are made of glass. The densely packed bristles on its back, which are used for wiping pens, are made from natural boar hair. The bronze body of the hedgehog is detailed to mimic the texture and roughness of a real hedgehog’s skin. On the underside of the hedgehog, it is marked with the word “Geschutzt,” which indicates that the design is protected or patented.
Estimated value: $145
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