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Jugendstil Inkstand with Owl Design
| Categories | Art Nouveau |
| Type | Owl |
| Material | Bronze |
| Markings | See narrative |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Germany |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 8 ⅝” x 5 ½” x 2” high |
This Jugendstil bronze inkstand features an owl motif. The body of the inkstand is crafted with curved, sloping lines and a bowed front to represent the owl’s body. The hinged lid is embossed with curved lines and circles, forming the owl’s head, complete with a beak and eyes. The underside of the inkstand is marked with “Geschützt – Real Bronze – Déposé.”
Sold for $129 in October 2024
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