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Inkstand with Central Pump Inkwell
| Categories | Mechanical - Pump / Siphon |
| Type | Pump |
| Material | Bronze, Porcelain, Wood |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | circa 1860 |
| Measuring | 9” x 5” x 5” high |
This ornate inkstand with bronze fittings on an ebonized wood base has a central porcelain pump inkwell with a pen holder. It is flanked by porcelain inkwells with separate lids.
To see how a pump inkwell works, view this video:
Sold for $175 in January 2025
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