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Japanese Meiji Bronze Inkwell
| Categories | Far East / Oriental |
| Material | Bronze |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Japan |
| Date or Era | circa 1890 |
| Measuring | 3 ¼” diameter; 6 ½” high |
A Japanese Meiji bronze inkwell with five lion feet supporting a wraparound high-relief dragon on the lid.
Sold for $358 in September 2024
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