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Young Hercules Inkstand
| Categories | Figural - Mythology; Literature; Religion; Fictional |
| Type | Mythology |
| Material | Bronze, Marble |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Italy |
| Date or Era | circa 1850 |
| Measuring | 5 ⅞” diameter; 7 ½” high |
This Grand Tour inkstand on a red and black marble base with three paw feet features a figure of young Hercules wrestling serpents. The frieze of the base is cast in relief with scenes from the later life of Hercules.
Sold for $842 in April 2024
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