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Skeleton Inkwell
| Categories | Figural - Inanimate, Novelty |
| Type | Macabre, Skeleton |
| Material | Brass |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1920 |
| Measuring | 4 ¾” x 3 ¼” x 2 ½” high |
Two examples shown:
This figural inkwell features a skeleton seated with its knees bent upwards, creating a convenient space to rest a pen. The skull of the skeleton opens to reveal the inkwell inside.
Example #1 – Sold for $250 in July 2023
Example #2 – sold for $400 in August 2024
A third example (not pictured) sold for $498 in May 2025.
A fourth example (not pictured) sold for $246 in July 2025
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