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Owl Next to an Inkwell
Categories | Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
Type | Owl |
Material | Pot metal |
Markings | Unmarked |
Manufacturer | Undetermined |
Origin | Undetermined |
Date or Era | circa 1920 |
Measuring | 4 ⅜” across; 3 ⅛” high |
This inkwell is a figural piece, combining the form of a standing owl with a separate, spherical container for the ink. The owl is realistically rendered with detailed features such as its feathers, eyes, and beak. The bright red ball connected to the owl holds the ink. The insert is missing on this piece.
Sold for $100 in February 2025
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