Large Bronze Inkwell in the Form of a Crocodile, In the Style of Franz Bergman, c. 1920
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GBP 0 (listed)
Estimate
USD 2 697 - 4 046
GBP 2 000 - 3 000 (listed)
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TypeAutomobilia
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Lot number180
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Location
Description
A very heavy cast bronze inkwell in the realistic form of a crocodile, in the style of Franz Bergman (Austrian), but most likely cast by Argentor of Vienna, the entire top section of the finely modeled animal lifting to reveal a double inkwell, and recesses for stamps, the wells with beaded detailing and original glass liners. Austrian, circa 1920.
Length: 16 in. (41 cm).
*Please note that the inkpot depicted in the photo is not included in this lot.
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