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Unusual English crab-shaped brass inkstand

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Unusual English crab-shaped brass inkstand
English, late 19th Century
Height 8cm, width 18cm, depth 17cm

This charming brass inkstand takes the form of a naturalistically modelled crab. The hinged top of the crab opens to reveal the inkwell. Not only a functional piece of writing equipment, this wonderful objects serves perfectly as a piece of rather bizarre Victorian sculpture.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Brass.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	16452
Incollect Reference #:	394814

Dimensions

W.	7.09 in;	H.	3.15 in;	D.	6.69 in;
W.	18 cm;	H.	8 cm;	D.	17 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.