Middle Eastern Man Sitting

This is a hand-painted figural inkwell made of pot metal in the form of a seated man smoking a pipe and wearing a fez.

• Functionality as an Inkwell: The waist is hinged. The upper torso of the figure lifts, revealing a clear glass inkwell insert.
• Figure: The figure is of a man seated with his legs tucked beneath him with a gesturing pose.
• Facial Features and Expression: He has a dark complexion, pronounced facial features, and a wide-open mouth, revealing red lips and teeth. His expression is lively, suggesting he is speaking.
• Attire: He wears a loose, flowing tunic or robe, painted in a cream color, and an orange-red fez on his head, from which a dark braid extends.
• Hands: One hand is placed on his chest, while the other is extended forward with slightly splayed fingers. He holds a pipe.