Inkwell - Eiffel Tower - Spelter, Glass

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Spelter and glass French inkwell dating to 1889–1910, with a lid cast as the Arc de Triomphe and a tray sculpted with the Eiffel Tower, measuring 10.3 × 12.5 × 10.3 cm and weighing 246 g in good condition with minor signs of aging.

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A finely cast spelter inkwell as a souvenir of Paris, measuring circa 10,3cm in height and weighing 246g, the lid of the ink vessel cast to depict the Arc de Triomphe, the tray adorned with sculpture of the Eiffel Tower.

Condition: Two small tears in the metal at the base, not very visible. Minor wear commensurate with age.

This lot will be carefully packaged and sent by registered and insured mail.

A finely cast spelter inkwell as a souvenir of Paris, measuring circa 10,3cm in height and weighing 246g, the lid of the ink vessel cast to depict the Arc de Triomphe, the tray adorned with sculpture of the Eiffel Tower.

Condition: Two small tears in the metal at the base, not very visible. Minor wear commensurate with age.

This lot will be carefully packaged and sent by registered and insured mail.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Material
Glass, Spelter
Model/name
Eiffel Tower
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
10.3 cm
Width
12.5 cm
Depth
10.3 cm
Estimated period
1889-1910
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Objects sold
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