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Signed Japanese Meiji Period Silver Elephant Inkwell
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Signed Japanese Meiji Period Silver Elephant Inkwell

19th century
Description

This is a charming Japanese Meiji white metal elephant inkwell which dates from around 1880. The young elephant is very well modelled and is seated with his trunk sticking out and his front legs raised. He is wearing a decorative head cover which is hinged and lifts to reveal the inkwell housing (minus ceramic liner). The elephant is in excellent condition complete with his bone tusks and measures 13 cms high, 13 cms deep and 10 cms wide.

UK insured delivery is £12

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA685199
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Description
This is a charming Japanese Meiji white metal elephant inkwell which dates from around 1880.
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The young elephant is very well modelled and is seated with his trunk sticking out and his front legs raised.
Rams Head Antiques

He is wearing a decorative head cover which is hinged and lifts to reveal the inkwell housing (minus ceramic liner). The elephant is in excellent condition complete with his bone tusks and measures 13 cms high, 13 cms deep and 10 cms wide.

UK insured delivery is £12

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA685199
Rams Head Antiques
Rams Head Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Rams Head Antiques Profile Page

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Rams Head Antiques

Rams Head Antiques
Telephone 07769 255 544
Location
Wolsingham
Weardale
Durham
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ramsheadantiques
Verified Since Sep 2014
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Signed Japanese Meiji Period Silver Elephant Inkwell
Signed Japanese Meiji Period Silver Elephant Inkwell
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Signed Japanese Meiji Period Silver Elephant Inkwell
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  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)
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