23rd Mar, 2019 10:00 GMT/BST

Spring Fine Art Sale (Part II)

 
Lot 593
 

593

~ A Bronze Mounted Slate and Glass Inkstand, mid 19th century, as a seated dog flanked by two...

A Bronze Mounted Slate and Glass Inkstand, mid 19th century, as a seated dog flanked by two inkwells on a rectangular base and scroll feet, 33cm

Sold for £100
Estimated at £150 - £200


 

. Dog loose due to missing nut and washer. Screw thread extensively rusted. Locating pin under left paw possibly reduced slightly. Deep scratch to upper surface of slate due to rotation of the dog. Some water staining throughout. Minor flakes to glass. Some wear throughout. 170319

 


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Auction: Spring Fine Art Sale (Part II), 23rd Mar, 2019

Spring Fine Art Sale (Part II)

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