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Egyptian Brass Inkwell Qalamdan
Price:$850
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Moorish (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:Egypt
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1840
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Nice patina.
- Seller Location:Moreno Valley, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 248171stDibs: f90681701306523363fs
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