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Sterling Silver Dragon Inkwell
| Categories | Far East / Oriental |
| Type | Dragon |
| Material | Glass, Silver |
| Markings | See narrative |
| Manufacturer | Yokohama |
| Origin | Japan |
| Date or Era | circa 1900 |
| Measuring | 2 ¼” x 2 ¼” x 2 ¾” high |
This inkwell was retailed by the English owned Arthur & Bond of Japan around 1900 in an Anglo-Japanese style. The cube shaped inkwell, made of clear lead crystal, has been covered with an elaborate chased and repoussé decoration in sterling silver depicting a dragon amid clouds. The hinged, cork-filled lid is decorated with an applied dragon. The inkwell is stamped on the bottom with “ARTHUR & BOND” (retailer), “Yokohama” (Designer and maker), “Sterling”.
Sold for $512 in September 2024
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