Sale 8283
London, South Kensington
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11 February 1999
Price realised
GBP 345
Estimate
A Bohemian cushion-shaped inkwell and a stopper each corner applied with star-cut bosses, gilt allover with fruiting vine, the interior ruby flashed, circa 1860 (restored neck rim chip) -- 14cm. wide See colour plate 5 (2)
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