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Polychrome Painted Camel

Categories Figural - Animals & Living Creatures
Type Camel
Material Cast iron
Markings "4269"
Manufacturer Undetermined
Origin United States
Date or Era circa 1920
Measuring 5 ⅜” x 6 ¾” (base)

This cast iron Orientalist inkstand is in the form of a Middle Eastern camel, equipped with blanket and saddle. This cast iron inkwell retains its original first polychrome paint. The pressed glass inkwell is original to the piece. The model number “4269” is marked on the underside.

Estimated value: $75

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