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Meissen Figural Inkwell and Sander

Categories Ceramics/Porcelain "Named" Makers
Material Porcelain
Markings See Narrative
Manufacturer Meissen
Origin Germany
Date or Era circa 1800
Measuring 2 ⅝” wide; 3 ½” high

A hand painted Meissen porcelain figural inkwell and matching sander in the form of a boy and girl decorated in chinoiserie. The boy is an inkwell, his head coming off to access the ink.  The girl is a sander, her collar perforated to dispense pounce. The pieces are marked with the Meissen crossed swords.

Sold for $368 in February 2024

Sold for $425 in September 2024

Sold for $1200 in August 2025

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