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An impressive neoclassical silver ink stand, mark of Frederick…
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Sydney
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24-Aug-2014
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An impressive neoclassical silver ink stand, mark of Frederick Elkington, Birmingham, 1888, shaped oblong with central well surmounted by finial cast as putto reading, above egg and dart bordered recesses flanked by cut crystal inkwells with metamorphic lion mask and human face finials, the sarcophagus form base with inset freeze with procession of classical figures in relief, presentation inscription, 'Rafael Larrain Moxo, Presedente Del Banco De Valparaiso 1874-1889', concentric hall marks to all components, 38 cm width, 18 depth, 25 high
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Recreations & Pursuits: Writing - Inkwells & inkstands