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Trompe Loeil, Brass Newspaper Inkwell

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Item Details

Description

Unknown, c. 1940
brass
2 5/8" x 6" x 5 1/4"

Cast brass inkwell in the form of a crumpled newspaper, apparently in Latin, with inconspicuous hinged well cover.

Tags: modern, modernism, surrealism, surreal, abstract, decor, object, art, bronze, modernist, fornasetti

Condition

Overall good condition; worn; areas of oxidation. Catalog Sale encourages bidders to request complete condition reports via email, info@catalog-sale.com. Notes provided here may be incomplete. (2 lbs)

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Trompe Loeil, Brass Newspaper Inkwell

Name: Trompe Loeil, Brass Newspaper Inkwell
SKU: 134262086
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

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