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Porcelain Cover with Forget-Me-Nots on Ormolu Inkstand
| Categories | Ceramics/Porcelain non-Figural |
| Material | Bronze, Porcelain |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Germany |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 6” across |
The gilt bronze base of this ornate inkstand features a strand of flowers and leaves. The hinged lid is surmounted with hand painted porcelain forget-me-nots and rosebuds in relief. This style of decoration is characteristic of “elfinware”, which refers to object embellished with delicate porcelain flowers. One green glass insert is missing.
Sold for $87 in July 2024
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