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Two Faces – One Inkstand
| Categories | Figural - Mythology; Literature; Religion; Fictional |
| Type | Mythology |
| Material | Cast iron |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | E G Zimmermann |
| Origin | Germany |
| Date or Era | circa 1890 |
This is literally a “two-faced” inkstand. At first look, one sees the bust of a woman. But turn it around and there’s the face of a man. I’m unable to identify the faces. They have a classical look and may represent mythological gods. The man’s face is hinged and opens to access the ink bottle inside. The piece is marked “Verlag bei E G Zimmermann Hanau”. (Manufactured by E G Zimmermann in Hanau).
The manufacturer, based in Hanau Germany was a foundry established around 1842, making a variety of metal works including chess pieces which are part of the collection at the NY Museum of Art.
Sold for $1267 in November 2023
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