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Newport Private Collection of Eclectic Antiques & Decorative Artifacts

Sat, Mar 8, 2025 12:00PM EST
  2025-03-08 12:00:00 2025-03-08 12:00:00 America/New_York Associated Estate & Appraisal Co Associated Estate & Appraisal Co : Newport Private Collection of Eclectic Antiques & Decorative Artifacts https://bid.associatedestate.com/auctions/associated-estate-appraisal/newport-private-collection-of-eclectic-antiques-decorative-artifacts-17336
Collection from a distinguished Newport Rhode Island Estate including a selection of antiques, fine art, furniture, folk and colonial art, and decorative art objects. Discover a remarkable collection of treasures that encapsulate the charm and sophistication of this historic coastal city with highlights including armillary spheres, Victorian terrariums, Gothic Revival furniture, religious artifacts and figures, iconic Majolica, miniatures, oriental rugs, obelisks, and more.
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Lot 143

Black Forest Carved Bear Inkwell

Estimate: $200 - $400
Starting Bid
$100

Bid Increments

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This carved Black Forest inkwell features a bear standing on a base resembling a wooden forest floor with two tree stump inkwell holders. The bear, with its textured fur, red glass eyes, and detailed carving, stands between the two stumps, one of which holds an original white ceramic inkwell insert. The other stump retains its lid, though the ceramic insert is missing. T

Dimensions:  3.5'' H x 9.25'' W x 4.5'' D

Condition

The piece exhibits wear consistent with age, including minor chipping and surface wear around the edges of the base.  One of the tree stump lids is slightly loose, and the ceramic inkwell is missing from one of the stump holders.

Overall Dimensions
Height: 3.50 in
Width: 9.25 in
Depth: 4.50 in
Weight: 28.60 oz

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AAMS Completed
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