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Antique German Black Forest Hand-Carved Top Hat Elephant Inkwell, 19th Century
Price:$600
$750List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Black Forest (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Tusk finish/tip loss; age related wood separation.
- Seller Location:Big Flats, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 637291stDibs: LU239639389083
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