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Seashell Inkstand with Golden Retriever
| Categories | Figural - Animals & Living Creatures, Stone/Marble/Ivory/Bone/Hoof/Leather |
| Type | dog |
| Material | Seashell, Gilt Bronze |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 6 ½” across; 3 ½” high |
This ornate inkstand was crafted from a large, iridescent seashell, most likely an abalone shell, given its characteristic luster and shape. The fluted glass inkwell features a decorative lid that is attached by a chain to a reclining dog figure, which resembles a golden retriever. The inkstand is adorned with gilded leaf decorations, including a prominent leaf on the left side of the shell base.
Sold for $200 in January 2025
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