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592. Double Inkwell Standish
Double inkwell has a scroll footed base. Attached to base is a crest with a crown and a fleur-de-lis. This crest is flanked by a pair of medieval dolphins with serpentine tails as pen holders. The two inkwells have white porcelain liners. Central container has a domed lid with a fleur-de-lis finial. Measures apprx 5-3/4" H x 9-1/2" W.
250/300
Sold: $92.00
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593. Peacock Desk Set
Peacock desk set includes a letter holder, ink blotter and inkwell. Each piece is accented with green tinted peacocks. Letter holder is marked with the numbers "6845" on verso. Blotter is unmarked. Inkwell is marked "4968". Letter holder measures apprx 4" H x 5-1/2" W. Blotter measures apprx 3" H x 4" W. Inkwell measures apprx 2" H x 4-1/4" W.
200/400
Sold: $92.00
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594. Owl Figural Standish
Double inkwell and pen tray has two inkwells with clear glass liners and hinged swivel lids. Stamp box has removable lid with cast owl. Verso stamped "4580". Pen tray is accented with high relief design of five owls. Verso of pen tray is stamped "4680".
200/400
Sold: $57.50
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595. Art Nouveau Double Hinged Inkwell
An unusual double hinged inkwell has two glass cube shaped liners. Metal standish has an incised pattern of stars and semi-circles. Notched section near top can be used to hold pens. Measures apprx 4-1/2" H x 9" W.
200/300
Sold: $92.00
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596. Desk Set and Accessories
Pressed metal desk set has a gold toned standish with paw feet and attached glass inkwells. Rounded globe in center holds pens. Comes with matching ink blotter and stamp box. Standish with inkwells measures apprx 3" H x 7" W. Blotter measures apprx 1-1/2" H x 3-1/4" W. Stamp box measures apprx 1-1/2" L x 1" W.
100/200
Sold: $120.75
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597. A Silvered & Gilt Bronze Barbedienne Letter Opener, Paris, C. 1873
An attractive letter opener inscribed "F. Barbedienne Paris" and "C. Sedid. Inv. 1873" at the base of blade, handle inscribed "D. Attarqe F." (sp). It is bronze with silver and gold detailing. Handle features Venus and Cupid on both sides; she is teasing him whilst under her arm. Her foot rests on the on bow and arrow. The other side depicts Cupid helping Venus with her dress. The blade features a goats head, flowers and pinecone with ribbon and a porpoise. Apprx 12-1/2" long.
400/600
Sold: $161.00
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598. English Wooden Letter Box, Late 19th Century
Wooden letter box was purchased at the Springfield Extravaganza in May 2003. This box features a compartment for filing letters, a glass and brass inkwell and a wooden pen with metal nib. Pen is marked "Made in England". Box features brass appointments and has working brass lock, with key. Sliding drawer is located near verso. Overall measures apprx 10-1/2" high x 11-1/2" wide.
200/300
Sold: $241.50
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599. Cast Metal Tank
Cast metal tank, possibly German has lid which can be twisted to reveal interior of tank. Interior is lined with blue satin. Overall repousse design on tank. Made from heavy metal, however not tested. Measures apprx 2-3/4" H x 5" W. No visible markings on this piece. Possibly used to hold tobacco. Purchased in Spain c. 1950's.
50/100
Sold: $97.75
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