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Souvenir Inkwell – Paris
| Categories | Souvenir |
| Type | Paris |
| Material | Coppered metal |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | France |
| Date or Era | circa 1930 |
This inkwell is a cast metal souvenir piece from Paris, France, featuring a miniature representation of the Eiffel Tower and the Palais du Trocadéro.
Detailed Description:
- Material: Cast metal, likely a base metal with a copper finish now mostly faded.
- Form:
- Eiffel Tower: The most prominent feature is a miniature representation of the Eiffel Tower, positioned centrally.
- Palais du Trocadéro: The architectural elements at the top of the inkwell depict the Palais du Trocadéro, with its characteristic balustrades, flanking pavilions, and central rotunda.
- Ink Reservoir: The Eiffel Tower is hinged and opens to access the inkwell.
- Pen Tray: The elongated section between the Eiffel Tower and the Palais du Trocadéro serves as a pen tray.
Sold for $140 in February 2025
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